What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Aide/Floater position at Regis College?
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Summary
The Teacher Aide / Floater will support the classroom teachers by providing assistance with general classroom maintenance, preparing for daily activities, and assistance in the supervision of students. The Teacher Aide / Floater will be under the general supervision of the Children’s Center Director.
Functions :
- Provide classroom coverage for teachers’ breaks, meetings, vacation, and medical leave.
- Assist in the completion of various Center tasks and projects including but not limited to daily classroom set up and end-of-day clean up, maintaining supplies and the art room closet, and organizing playground toys.
- Follow regulations, procedures, and policies under which the Center operates including emergency procedures and implementation; ensure child safety in the classroom and outside the classroom setting.
- Utilize a variety of positive discipline approaches such as : limit setting, anticipating challenges, distraction, arrangement of environment, and renewal time using a responsive teaching approach.
- Provide opportunities for children to develop self-esteem, confidence and independence.
- Acknowledge each child at his / her own developmental level and create a classroom environment that respects and builds on this level taking into account each child’s unique personality and cultural background.
- Maintain confidentiality in regards to children and families.
- Discuss and report pertinent issues and / or concerns with immediate supervisor. A list of required reporting will be reviewed annually and kept on file.
- Participate as a member of a professional team to solve problems and share ideas.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings as specified by the Director.
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