Lockport. The YWCA of the Niagara Frontier, Universal Pre-K Teacher Assistant. FT.
YWCA of the Niagara Frontier, Inc. Mission: The YWCA of the Niagara Frontier is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Early Childhood Mission: To create conditions for success, academically, socially, emotionally and aesthetically by providing a developmentally appropriate early childhood environment with an emphasis on meeting individual needs.
Job Summary: The UPK Teacher Assistant will work under the supervision of the Early Childhood Director to oversee all aspects of a universal prekindergarten (UPK) program with goals, curriculum, activities and services consistent with the Lockport City School District and NYS regulations.
YWCA Responsibilities: As an employee of the YWCA of the Niagara Frontier, the employee is responsible for, promoting and Mission, programs and services of the organization.
* Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings.
* Must be available during the hours of 8am - 3pm. Ten months of the year.
* Employee is responsible for own continued professional growth.
Qualifications:
* Notification from the Department of Social Services State Central Register of Abuse and Maltreatment that the direct has not be subject of an investigation report.
* First Aid and CPR certificates preferred.
* Ability to working with staff of diverse backgrounds and age groups.
* Ability to manage children's behavior through the use of sound methods designed to develop behavior that demonstrates respect for self and others.
* Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
* Successful experience working in a collaborative, trauma informed atmosphere.
* Follow all established policies and procedures.
* Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control and multi-tasking.
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
Education and Experience:
* Training and Experience with young children.
Physical Requirements:
* In good physical condition.
* Includes standing, sitting and climbing stairs.
* Able to lift and carry 30lbs or more.
Job Responsivities:
* Promote YWCA and Lockport City School District's early childhood mission, services and programs to organizations, individuals and agencies throughout the community.
* Interacting with young children on the floor, chairs and in a gym setting.
* Establish and ensure meaningful communication and interaction with children, lead teachers and Early Childhood Director.
* Complete timely and accurate documentation as required by the YWCA and School District and granting sources. Example: Time Sheets for payroll.
* Continue to grow personally and professionally by attending conference, workshops and presentations as appropriate.
* Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required.
Accountability: Early Childhood Director
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
To apply, forward cover letter and resume to:
sbaptiste@ywcanf.org