Early Education Preschool Para

What You'll Do

This particular three-year-old comes with a positive temperament and love for engagement! They are eager to explore the world around them and need a trusted adult to join them in learning. They explore amongst a classroom of about 20 children total. Para's work alongside the Director and Lead Teacher to support the child through their typical daily routines. Paras attend meetings as needed and attend sessions with service providers as appropriate. Their para would be a primary support throughout the day with developmentally appropriate goals around positively engaging with other children. This is a full-time opportunity with the child attending from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Paras may also support breaks in the classroom during the course of the day, as well as other daily responsibilities supporting the whole group.

All Early Educators work directly with young children, ages birth through age 5. Lead Teachers plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum to meet objectives through hands-on, play-based activities. Classroom environments are created to engage children using philosophies ranging from Montessori to Reggio Emelia. Assistants and floats support the lead, connect with children, and may assist in multiple areas of the center.

General responsibilities include:

Assisting in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.

Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.

Maintain frequent communications with families.

Help ensure smooth, daily transitions

Follow all center policies and state regulations.

Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those who qualify as a teacher assistant per Vermont childcare regulations. This includes a year of experience in a center-based setting AND completion of Fundamentals, OR a 3-credit college course with a focus on human growth and development OR completion of a high school program focusing on human services.

Consideration will be given to those who have at least a high school diploma and experience working with children in a regulated setting.

Schedule of the child is 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. If the child is absent, paras are still expected to support in the classroom. This position is currently year around, full-time.

Please ensure your resume is up to date. If you are unsure if you qualify, we are happy to answer any questions.

~The state of Vermont has made a renewed commitment to assisting educators in Early Childhood Education in obtaining their degrees. This is the PERFECT opportunity to continue in the industry while taking advantage of the financial supports the state now has to offer. Our agency is committed to assisting teachers in their professional development goals!~

Candidates must be caring and compassionate, have strong communication skills with both adults and children, extraordinary patience, and a passion to serve families and the community.

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance Stipend
• Professional Development