EHS Teacher Assistant

4 days ago

Camden, New Jersey, United States Respond Inc. Full time $31,200 - $32,400 per year

WHO WE ARE:  WHO WE ARE:  Respond, Inc. is a charitable, not for profit 501 (c) (3) organization created by community residents to enhance and promote the economic independence and general welfare of individuals and families residing in Camden City and County.   This mission is carried forth in the provision of comprehensive services in early learning centers, and programs for homeless adults.  At Respond our motto is "Empowerment through Early Education".  

RESPOND, Inc. is seeking a Teacher Assistant.  This position assists the EHS Teacher with the daily operations of planning, carrying out classroom activities and maintaining the classroom environment.  This is a full time, non-exempt, hourly position, with an 8 hours shift, and 1 hour unpaid lunch.      

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
 None

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Treats colleagues, students, and families as individuals with dignity and respect
  • Promotes and provides culturally competent client care and staff interactions that respond respectfully to the strengths and skills of diverse ethnicity, cultures and other diversity related factors
  • Role models and assists students in completing assignments and staying on assigned task
  • Helps copy necessary worksheets for instruction, prepares bulletin boards, performs clerical and non-instructional assignments as assigned, help keep the classroom clean and organized and assists teacher with home visits and conferences
  • Attends all required staff meetings and activities, reviews progress in professional development and growth objectives with supervisor and Teacher and discusses any issues with designated appropriate staff
  • Responsible for understanding Respond's Early Learning's Performance Standards and local regulations
  • Reports any suspected child abuse and neglect per New Jersey's guidelines
  • Conducts self as a role model when interacting with staff, colleagues and funding sources in accordance with Respond's Code of Ethics. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Shows cultural awareness and has a highly functional understanding of and appreciation for developing and assessing culturally responsive services and supports for individuals and families 
  • Ability to listen to and respect others and to embrace diversity in all others 
  • Ability to form positive, healthy relationships with children and families 
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills 
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral direction 
  • Positive, innovative approach to problem solving 
  • Presents ideas in a clear, concise, understandable, and organized manner 
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member 
  • Ability to relate well with others even while working at a distance without the benefit of personal contact
  • Ability to work in an organized, efficient manner with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through
  • Ability to exercise judgment and discretion 
  • Excellent time-management and general organization skills 
  • Ability to read email and respond in a professional manner

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) or higher; Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
  • One (1) year experience working in a classroom setting
  • Maintains First Aid and CPR certifications

 
Compensation: 

  • Hourly rate is $15.49 to $17.13 an hour commensurate with experience


We offer the following benefits:  

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 100% company paid medical plan for employee
  • Generous Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays
  • Paid December Holiday week off at end of year
  • Multiple Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Employer paid Life Insurance/AD&D
  • Multiple Supplemental/Voluntary Benefits, including Aflac
  • 401 K


Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the classroom.
  • Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
  • Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
Respond, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, civil union status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

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