Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

General Info

Job Title

Early Intervention Teacher Assistant

Department

Early Intervention

EEOC Class

Supervisor

Educational Program Manager

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Overview

Position Summary

The EI Teacher Assistant will operate under the direction of the classroom teacher and the supervision of the program manager. The teacher assistant is an active participant in planning, preparation, running activities, engaging / facilitating play, and setup / cleanup of the classroom. Regular attendance is essential for this position.

Organization Description

United Services for Children is a nonprofit organization that provides pediatric therapy and early intervention services to children of all abilities and offers support services for their families. We focus on children ages birth through 12 years old. Located at 3420 Harry S. Truman Blvd. St. Charles, MO , serving approximately 300 children annually.

Working Conditions

Everyday working conditions are in a normal classroom or office environment.

Must be able to :

• Access and maneuver through a variety of classrooms independently
• Converse in person and occasionally via the telephone
• Visually, orally, and physically observe and respond to the physical / emotional needs or behaviors of a child
• Use arms, hands, and fingers to handle, position, move, and manipulate objects such as buttons, fasteners, or diaper tabs
• Reach up to 18 inches horizontally and vertically
• Readily attain various positions to work with children
• Balance, bend, stoop, or squat to retrieve items from the floor
• Sit at a table / desk for a minimum of one hour
• Lift and move up to 25 lbs consistently and occasionally up to 45 lbs

Requirements

Responsibilities

The Early Intervention Teacher Assistant must :

Other duties may be assigned.

Education Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Experience Qualifications

Experience with children aged 0 – 5 years is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge : Basic principles of child development and early intervention.

Skills : Requires effective verbal and written communication skills. Must have the skills necessary to work on a team, problem solve, and enhance a team approach. Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines also necessary.

Abilities : Must be able to establish rapport with children, families, and co-workers and work with them as a professional team member. Access and operate computer software and utilize resources effectively while functioning independently.