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Educational Assistant Pre-K

Employer
Hamilton County Department of Education
Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

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Overview

The purpose of this job is to provide support to the classroom teacher in developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate program for pre-k students.

Responsibilities

  • NOTE: The pre-k assistant works under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
  • Acts in a professional, respectful, and welcoming manner at all times.
  • Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders.
  • Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. This includes but is not limited to: Tennessee State Board of Education Administered Child Care Rules, Scope of Services for Voluntary Pre-K for Tennessee Program, and the Hamilton County Department of Education Pre-K Handbook.
  • Assists the classroom teacher planning and implementing a high quality, responsive early childhood program, to meet the needs of groups and individual children in a school or community-based pre-kindergarten program.
  • Assists the classroom teacher with classroom learning by facilitating and/or supporting activities in the following areas: morning meeting, story time, center time, songs, word play, letters and numbers, and small group work, and end of the day meeting. Works with individual students or small group of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
  • Supervises children inside and outside, including, but not limited to, recess, field trips, classroom activities and mealtime. Note: Pre-k children are never to be left alone and must be supervised at all times.
  • Eats with pre-k students at mealtimes and snacks. Assists with serving meals and snacks.
  • Assists with the assessment and evaluation of learning and maintains accurate records of student progress.
  • Assists with the preparation of materials for use in the program.
  • Assists and maintains an orderly, positive learning environment. Uses positive behavior management strategies to address inappropriate student behavior. Maintains a positive, respectful, caring approach with pre-k children regardless of the student's inappropriate behavior. NEVER administers corporal punishment.
  • Assists with identification of and attention to children's health and hygiene.
  • Follows chain of command when addressing issues or concerns.
  • Attends required in-service and professional development.
  • Provides required documents/checks as required by District, State and Federal law after employment. This includes but is not limited to: background check and Health Certification Statement. Note: Failure to comply with District, State, and Federal mandates may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment with HCDE.
  • Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed. This includes but is not limited to checking students for possible illness; administering basic first aid to sick/injured students, helping students with transitioning into the day and preparing to leave for the day and assisting with sign in and sign out of children each day.
  • Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.
  • Follows established procedures for ensuring assigned areas are safe.
  • Works collaboratively with school staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders.
  • Attends work and arrives to work on time.
  • Maintains confidentiality.
  • Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.

Qualifications

Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or associate degree in early childhood or be actively working toward those credentials preferred. High school diploma or GED required; basic technology skills required; general office/clerical experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess one of the following before reporting to work: (1) 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours; (2) An Associate's degree or higher; (3) passing score on PRAXIS for Parapro Exam. Must have current CPR and Frist Aid training or be willing to obtain.

  • Ability to effectively listen and communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to document student progress as specified by the classroom teacher.
  • Ability to follow teacher's direction and follow the chain of command in addressing issues.
  • Ability to work with students one-on-one or a small group of students.
  • Ability to demonstrate a positive, caring, firm, respectful approach to redirect a student's inappropriate behavior.
  • Ability to perform addition and subtraction.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma/GED
Years Experience Requirement

Company

Hamilton County Schools, located in beautiful Chattanooga, TN, is hiring, supporting, and retaining outstanding top teaching talent. We are the fastest improved district in Tennessee and have a goal to become the best. With nearly 80 schools located in urban, rural, and suburban communities, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Why Join our Team?  

New Teacher Support: With our progressive three-year induction program for new teachers, you will have the following supports: 

  • New Teacher Academy 
  • First Year Mentor & Supportive Professional Development 
  • Whole-Teacher/Well-Teacher (wellness & mindfulness training) 

Leadership Opportunities: Grow your career with Hamilton County Schools, no matter your professional goals: 

  • Train to become a mentor teacher or professional development presenter
  • Obtain your National Board Certification and get a $4,000 salary increase 
  • Apply for leadership pipeline programs for instructional coaching or administration 
  • Be a part of innovative programs that are unique to Hamilton County like Teacherpreneur and STEM Fellows
  • Travel the world as a Fund for Teachers recipient

Experience all Chattanooga has to offer:

  • Chattanooga has a metro area of 500,000 people - not too big and not too small - and under two hours from Nashville, Atlanta, Knoxville, and Birmingham
  • Award-winning city for outdoor activities, music, art and culture
  • 25 + local music, art, and food festivals every year

We are seeking teaching candidates who are:

  • Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
  • Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
  • Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
  • Experienced in high-need or Title-I School settings. Experience with English Language Learners is a plus.
  • Professionals with high personal standards and integrity

Compensation & Total Rewards 

  • Competitive salary range commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package includes multiple health insurance options, vision, dental reimbursement, short and long-term disability, life insurance, on-site clinics, and a wellness program 
  • Childcare for Hamilton County teachers available in multiple schools 
  • Competitive retirement plans through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, including a hybrid 401k and pension plan. In 2018, TCRS was ranked in the top four best funded State Pension plans by the Pew Charitable Trust. 

About Hamilton County Schools

 Hamilton County Schools, located in beautiful Chattanooga, TN, is the fastest improving district in the state of Tennessee. We believe in success for all students and are dedicated to helping all students succeed to their highest potential.  With nearly 80 schools located in urban, rural, and suburban communities, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.

Who we serve: Hamilton County Schools serves over 42,000 students across our diverse county in urban, rural and suburban communities. Our families speak 125 languages and approximately 8.5% of our students are English language learners.

Our results: The state of Tennessee has recognized Hamilton County as an “Advancing” school district.

A few of our recent achievements include:

  • #2 out of 146 districts in the state of Tennessee for student growth and a Level 5 district for 2018-2019
  • 45 Level 5 schools and 32 reward schools
  • 16 Volkswagen E-Labs - the highest concentration of fabrication labs of any district in the US or abroad
  • Milken Award winning teacher; State Principal of the Year (2017)
  • 13 High Schools with over 18 Future Ready Institutes
Company info
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Telephone
4234987048
Location
3074 Hickory Valley Road
Chattanooga
TN
37421
US

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