Teaching Assistant | West Hartford, CT

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  • Location: West Hartford, CT

  • Company: The School For Young Children

and keep children's interests. Duties Supports the teacher in modifying curriculum and lesson plans as needed to support the learning environment and to guide short & long term learning goals for children. Shares backssment observations and CT DOTS documentation with the teacher.

Assists in gathering backssment documentation such as narratives, work samples, and photos. Supports the teacher during the family-teacher conferences. Supports SYC in maintaining NAEYC accreditation status by participating in various activities during re-accreditation cycles. Throughout each year, supports the teacher in maintaining the classroom portfolio. The portfolio is reviewed at least once per month to

backss sections in need of updating. Welcomes families into the program on a daily basis. Supports the teacher in communicating with families about children's activities and progress.

Supports a welcoming environment for families by attending school family events such as picnics and fundraiser. Supports college student's professional development through modeling and supportive interactions. Acts as a teacher in the teacher's absence. Continues to grow professionally by attending staff meetings, workshops, courses, and other sources of professional development (reading, networking etc. ) Follows school policies and procedures as outlined in the USJ and SYC handbooks. Submits paperwork

on time such as time sheets, surveys and other documents as needed.

Monitors all school communications through the USJ email account and alert systems. Handles customer needs quickly, efficiently, enthusiastically, and courteously. Understands the basis of the institution is customer service. Incumbent defers decisions to the Teacher and/or Director or Assistant Director. Requirements Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field 2-3 years working in an early childhood education program Experience in a model laboratory school preferred

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