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Teacher Assistant - LTE (Norbert Hill) (Norbert Hill Center)
SALARY: $15.92/Hr. (NEGOTIBLE)
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Non- Exempt
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Non- Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Accomplish the Head Start Department objectives by assisting the teachers in planning and implementing educational programs and classroom experiences to enhance and promote the educational, intellectual, and social growth and development of the children. Maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist in implementing/completing lesson plans in a manner that will develop each child’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social behavior and in accordance with Head Start strategic plan; assist with planned activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills.
2. Organize materials required for daily use in educational activities.
3. Assist Teachers in providing stimulating activities and experiences in all curriculum areas.
4. Assist Teacher in providing and supervising a variety of experiences by means of dramatic play, storytelling, field trips, and group discussion to stimulate students’ interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment.
5. Work with children to help them develop self-help skills.
6. Encourage children to communicate in Oneida and English languages; promote Oneida Cultural activities throughout the curriculum.
7. Accompany and transport children on field trips or to activities outside the classroom.
8. Foster cooperative social behavior; promotes self-expression and appreciation of aesthetic experiences.
9. Maintain a safe, orderly, attractive, and stimulating physical environment for children. Ensure safety of children by maintaining clear exit for evacuations.
10. Assist classroom volunteers and parents in feeling welcomed, comfortable, and involved.
11. Assist Teachers in maintaining effective working relationships with parents by assisting with parent participation.
12. Accompany Teachers on home visits with families for purposes of assessment, support, and sharing information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress.
13. Participate in pre-service, in-service, and other on-going training as required by Head Start and Wisconsin Day Care regulations.
14. Maintain Head Start Records as required by the Head Start Performance Standards.
15. Participate in parent meetings and individual conferences as directed.
16. Practice excellent customer service skills at all times to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and employee needs courteously and promptly.
17. Assist Teacher in implementing established classroom rules and routines and ensuring that they are understood and accepted by children and their parents.
18. Maintain accurate, complete, and timely written observations on children.
19. Assist with any necessary modification to the environment, multiple and varied formats for instruction, and individualized accommodations and supports as necessary to support the full participation of children with disabilities.
20. Assist with providing support for effective classroom management and positive learning environments; supportive teacher practices; and strategies for supporting children with challenging behaviors and other social, emotional, and mental health concerns.
21. Maintain confidentiality of all privileged information.
22. Perform other duties as required.
23. Adhere to all Personnel Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
24. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
25. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend/stoop, squat, crouch, and carry/lift up to ten (10) pounds.
2. Occasionally crawl, climb heights, push/pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, balance and carry/lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
3. Work is generally performed in a classroom or office setting with a moderate noise level.
4. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter as required.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture.
2. Knowledge of early childhood development, diet, and nutrition guidelines.
3. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local law, regulations and requirements.
4. Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
5. Skill in classroom management.
6. Skill in directing the activities of groups of children; evaluating progress and maintaining an orderly classroom.
7. Skill in administering disciplinary rules to children and resolving situational conflicts among children.
8. Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
9. Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
10. Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
11. Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
12. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
13. Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
14. Ability to supervise and ensure a safe learning environment for young children.
15. Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
16. Must obtain Food Handlers upon hire and annually thereafter.
17. Civil Rights Training upon hire and annually thereafter.
18. Shaken Baby Syndrome certification upon hire and annually thereafter.
19. Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training upon hire and annually thereafter.
20. Must be CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certified or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certification during employment.
21. Ability and wiliness to complete Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and/or complete Child Development Associate (CDA) within two (2) years of hire.
22. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters.
23. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
24. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during the course of employment.
25. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation’s Gaming Division.
26. A valid driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance is required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver’s license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation’s Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.
2. Familiarity with Native American culture.
3. One (1) year of experience working with young children.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. A High School Diploma, HSED, or GED certification is required; applicant’s age fifty (50) and older are exempt from this requirement.
2. Child Development Credential/Assistant Teacher Technical Diploma and/or must enroll in an Early Childhood Education Program that led to a CDC or a TATD at the onset of employment. Must complete within two years of hire.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
Accomplish the Head Start Department objectives by assisting the teachers in planning and implementing educational programs and classroom experiences to enhance and promote the educational, intellectual, and social growth and development of the children. Maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist in implementing/completing lesson plans in a manner that will develop each child’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social behavior and in accordance with Head Start strategic plan; assist with planned activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills.
2. Organize materials required for daily use in educational activities.
3. Assist Teachers in providing stimulating activities and experiences in all curriculum areas.
4. Assist Teacher in providing and supervising a variety of experiences by means of dramatic play, storytelling, field trips, and group discussion to stimulate students’ interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment.
5. Work with children to help them develop self-help skills.
6. Encourage children to communicate in Oneida and English languages; promote Oneida Cultural activities throughout the curriculum.
7. Accompany and transport children on field trips or to activities outside the classroom.
8. Foster cooperative social behavior; promotes self-expression and appreciation of aesthetic experiences.
9. Maintain a safe, orderly, attractive, and stimulating physical environment for children. Ensure safety of children by maintaining clear exit for evacuations.
10. Assist classroom volunteers and parents in feeling welcomed, comfortable, and involved.
11. Assist Teachers in maintaining effective working relationships with parents by assisting with parent participation.
12. Accompany Teachers on home visits with families for purposes of assessment, support, and sharing information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress.
13. Participate in pre-service, in-service, and other on-going training as required by Head Start and Wisconsin Day Care regulations.
14. Maintain Head Start Records as required by the Head Start Performance Standards.
15. Participate in parent meetings and individual conferences as directed.
16. Practice excellent customer service skills at all times to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and employee needs courteously and promptly.
17. Assist Teacher in implementing established classroom rules and routines and ensuring that they are understood and accepted by children and their parents.
18. Maintain accurate, complete, and timely written observations on children.
19. Assist with any necessary modification to the environment, multiple and varied formats for instruction, and individualized accommodations and supports as necessary to support the full participation of children with disabilities.
20. Assist with providing support for effective classroom management and positive learning environments; supportive teacher practices; and strategies for supporting children with challenging behaviors and other social, emotional, and mental health concerns.
21. Maintain confidentiality of all privileged information.
22. Perform other duties as required.
23. Adhere to all Personnel Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
24. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
25. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend/stoop, squat, crouch, and carry/lift up to ten (10) pounds.
2. Occasionally crawl, climb heights, push/pull, reach above shoulder level, kneel, balance and carry/lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
3. Work is generally performed in a classroom or office setting with a moderate noise level.
4. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter as required.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture.
2. Knowledge of early childhood development, diet, and nutrition guidelines.
3. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local law, regulations and requirements.
4. Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
5. Skill in classroom management.
6. Skill in directing the activities of groups of children; evaluating progress and maintaining an orderly classroom.
7. Skill in administering disciplinary rules to children and resolving situational conflicts among children.
8. Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
9. Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
10. Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
11. Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
12. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
13. Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
14. Ability to supervise and ensure a safe learning environment for young children.
15. Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
16. Must obtain Food Handlers upon hire and annually thereafter.
17. Civil Rights Training upon hire and annually thereafter.
18. Shaken Baby Syndrome certification upon hire and annually thereafter.
19. Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training upon hire and annually thereafter.
20. Must be CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certified or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certification during employment.
21. Ability and wiliness to complete Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and/or complete Child Development Associate (CDA) within two (2) years of hire.
22. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters.
23. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
24. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during the course of employment.
25. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation’s Gaming Division.
26. A valid driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance is required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver’s license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation’s Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.
2. Familiarity with Native American culture.
3. One (1) year of experience working with young children.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. A High School Diploma, HSED, or GED certification is required; applicant’s age fifty (50) and older are exempt from this requirement.
2. Child Development Credential/Assistant Teacher Technical Diploma and/or must enroll in an Early Childhood Education Program that led to a CDC or a TATD at the onset of employment. Must complete within two years of hire.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
Department: Head Start
This is a limited term position
Job Code: 03370
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsible to: HS/EHS Education Manager
Transfer Date: 11/22/2023