After School Program Teacher Assistant at The Table… · Oakdale

Description The After School Program Teacher Assistant works alongside the Teacher to promote and maintain a healthy learning environment at our Pittsburgh West After School Program. While not acting as the teacher on a daily basis, the Teacher Assistant is expected to support the Teacher to ensure that all children are able to participate in an age-appropriate engaging lesson each day. Requirements Responsibilities • Be a Dynamic Leader • Assist the classroom teacher with any and all duties, as assigned and requested. • Supervise the children individually or in small groups, as needed. • Lead the Christian education lesson as scheduled for each class. • In the absence of the teacher, step in as a substitute teacher for the day. • Help promote and maintain a positive and smoothly functioning atmosphere in the classroom through your support in: • Nurturing the emotionally unsettled child, ensuring they have a positive day. • Encouraging children to participate and be a part of the group and activities when their attention strays. • Disciplining the children, as needed, in order that they learn appropriate behavior expectations and consequences when behavior is inappropriate so they are not a disruption to the entire class. • Maintain an organized environment • Organize children’s folders, papers and communication notes/letters to make sure they get home properly, including those who are absent for the day • Oversee the order, cleanliness and safety of all toys and learning tools • Assist in keeping the room neat, orderly, attractive, and visually stimulating and inviting to the children. • Focus on excellent communication • Communicate concerns with the classroom teacher regarding the children, parents, classroom operations, ideas, suggestions, etc. • Communicate with parents on routine issues and refer parents to the teacher for serious concerns or problems. • Be a Team Player • Attend all staff meetings, as assigned • Be available for extra-curricular activities including, but not limited to, programs, socials, field trips, parent meetings, etc. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Previous experience in preschool, children’s education or similar position, preferred. • Willingness to learn. • Knowledge of: • Working with computers, including Google Applications and Microsoft Suite, required. • Ability to: • Work independently in the absence of supervision. • Understand and follow oral and written directions. • Establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with those contacted in course of work. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Model behavior and actions consistent with core values of the church. Salary Description $15/hour M-Th 3:30-6:00 F 3:30-5:00