Teacher Aide – Nebraska City

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SENCA Head Start is looking to add to our team making a difference in the lives of children and families in southeast Nebraska.  The following position is available:

• Teacher Aide Full Time – Nebraska City

Position open until filled.

Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random drug and alcohol testing.  Part time positions are 20 hours per week and full time positions are 40 hours per week and run 10 months out of the year.  SENCA offers a competitive benefit package, including educational assistance.  For more information contact Cathy Gutshall at (402) 862-2411 extension 113.  An online application can be found at www.senca.org under the information tab. Position is 80% federally funded. EOE

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for assisting the Head Start Teacher(s) in implementing all activities and services for children and their families in a manner that is consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards and written plans.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Assist Teacher with weekly lesson planning and activities for children and their families. Prepare materials to be used in daily program.

Assist the Teacher in inclusion and main streaming children affected by disabilities.

Assist in health screenings, developmental screenings, hearing and vision screenings, and growth assessments.

Assist Teacher in developing and implementing classroom environments that promote learning and personal growth.

Assist Teacher in maintaining an appropriate healthy environment by performing routine cleaning tasks and assuring completion of such on a weekly or more frequent basis, including care and hygiene of areas containing classroom pets.

Assist Teacher in promoting learning through modeling and demonstrating appropriate behaviors, including but not limited to, social interactions, table manners, classroom conduct, etc.

Assist children with personal needs, including but not limited to, assistance in eating, using the restroom, personal hygiene, and first-aid.