Substitute Early Childhood Teacher's Aide Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Position Title Substitute Early Childhood Teacher's Aide Department Children's Program -Group Pay Type Non Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time Hours Per Week 1 Number of weeks 52 weeks per year other - # of weeks 52 Benefits Eligible No Benefits Geographical Regional Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No Work Schedule Job Description General Scope of Duties General Description of Responsibilities: + Duties in relationship to individual children and in groups + plan short and long-term goals and objectives in all developmental areas + plan and implement educational program that focuses on the developmental needs of the children + keep attendance and daily records, plan appropriate snacks and write annual (nursery school) or bi-annual (special ed) reports + evaluate children using observational and standardized means as appropriate + participate in planning for future placement of children with team + maintain safe and organized physical environment for children + collect appropriate data for research projects as required + Duties in relationship to other staff + supervise and evaluate aides + co-ordinate appropriate case management with other professional team members + communicate effectively with team members + maintain regular communication with Program Director, Laboratory Coordinator and teachers + attend all staff meetings + maintain positive professional work environment + attend in-service meetings as appropriate + Duties in relationship to parents + maintain regular contact with parents + work to enhance parental skills and understanding of their child’s development + conduct home visits as appropriate + participate in parent social and educational functions + conduct bi-annual formal parent conferences (December and May – special ed; November and May – nursery school) + Duties in relationship to school systems and support agencies + attend Planning and Placement Team meetings as appropriate and case management meetings + make recommendations for future placements when appropriate + Duties in relationship to college students + supervise and evaluate practicum participants + provide feedback to administration and students concerning practicum and written assignments General Duties and Responsibilities Education and Skills Qualifications: + Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field and Connecticut State Teacher Education Certification required; Master’s Degree preferred. Within four months of hire, the selected candidate must be designated as eligible to have unsupervised access to children in a child care center by the CT Commissioner of Early Childhood. Experience: + Minimum of one-year working with young children necessary Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Driving Required No Salary Range $15.69 Covid Vaccine Information Effective June 8, Connecticut College will no longer mandate the COVID -19 vaccine or boosters. The College strongly recommends that all students and employees be vaccinated and remain updated with their COVID -19 boosters Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical. Posting Detail Information Open Date 10/01/2024 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes Documents needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * What is the highest level of education attained? + GED + High School Diploma + Associates Degree + Bachelors Degree + Masters Degree + PHD + * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? + 0-1 + 1-3 + 3-5 + 5-7 + 7+ + * Are you eligible to work in the U.S.? + Yes + No