Teacher Assistant (Extended Care)

Jewish Community Center Of Staten IslandStaten Island, NY

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Job Description

You will assist in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which the children can grow physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually using the educational philosophies and goals of the program as guidelines. ABOUT YOULooking for someone who works well with children of preschool age. Must be punctual, respectful, energetic, hardworking, and a team player. Provide and ensure appropriate supervision of the children at all times. Must be able to have professional communication with parents.WHAT YOU’LL DO

Support daily routine consistent with the needs of the department with the needs of the children
Provide and ensure appropriate and sensitive interaction with the children at all times
Provide and ensure appropriate language and positive methods of disciplinary intervention as defined by our staff policies.
Ensure that the Department of Health, Bureau of Day Care regulations are followed.
Maintain respect of confidentiality of child, parent, staff
Keep Coordinator informed of incidents relating to accidents, child’s activity, or extra ordinary circumstances.
Appropriately represent the Center in all forums.

OUR REQUIREMENTSHigh School DiplomaExperience in educational or childcare (preferred)Additional Requirements: Fingerprint ClearanceNYS ClearanceMedical ClearanceSALARY$17.50 per hourBENEFITSThe JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings include: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!ABOUT USThe Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island. Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for our members.The JCC of Staten Island is dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.

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