PRESCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT

Location: Bemidji, MN

Job Type: Regular, Part Time

Job Region: Northwest

Full Job Description: Who you are: You have great communication skills. You are able to develop relationships with teachers, students and parents. You’re patient and are able to work with children of different abilities and backgrounds. You are resourceful and are able to assist those with different learning styles. A day in the life: As Teacher Assistant you’ll work with the classroom teachers to develop the learning environment, assisting in classroom activities. You’ll help set up classroom materials; keep the classroom clean and safe; read to children; organize and supervise play activities and soothe children who are upset. You will follow the lead of the classroom staff to reinforce appropriate behaviors using positive guidance. You’ll assist in family-style meals, snack, diapering/toileting, rest and teachers’ breaks. Qualifications: If you have a high school diploma or GED, you’ll need to earn your CDA credential or state-awarded certificate during your first two years with us. We’ll pay for it and help you do it. If you have one of these certifications, an Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, you’re already qualified. You must have a strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation and compassion for those we serve. Preferred experience working with children ages 0-5. Applicants must pass a DHS Background Study and meet DHS & MN Rule 3 licensing requirements. Wages: You’ll be eligible for a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in the community. Full time, 32 hours/week, school year (mid August- through May). No CDA: $17.12 - $23.96/hr; With CDA: $18.30 - $25.63/hr. depending on qualifications, with benefits during the school year: medical, dental, vision, life/add, retirement plan, holiday pay and paid time off. Schedule: M-Th, 8 hours per day; or M-Th, 7.5 hrs/day with 2 hrs on Friday. Schedules approved by management based on program need.

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Company name: BI-CAP Head Start: Prenatal to Five

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