To ensure NCC continues to provide opportunities to the people within our community, Teacher Assistant's primary responsibility is to participate in the planning and implementation of classroom activities and provide basic care to children enrolled in the program.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with the planning and implementation of classroom activities to meet individualizedFamily Service Plans outcomes and strategiesPresent relevant information at team meetings and parent meetings when neededProvide for the needs of the childAttend required meetings and in-services on timeParticipate in staff developmental training activities and teaming opportunitiesMaintain appropriate cleanliness of room and materials including strict adherence to programsanitation and proceduresAdhere to all program policies and proceduresParticipate in scheduled bus dutyPerform duties in a timely mannerAssume responsibility for classroom when the classroom teacher is absentLesson Planning for small group activitiesEnsure that written and verbal communication with parent consistently occurs and is documented operationsOther duties as assignedEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma and Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Lifting of up to 30 lbs is required. Other physical demands includes bending and stooping to assist children with dressing needs, toileting, transitioning from sitting on floor or chair to standing during classroom activities, transferring non-ambulatory children to and from wheelchairs, strollers, chairs, therapy equipment, changing tables, cribs, etc.Children with a diagnose such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Sensory Integration disorder, Behavioral problems, Cerebral Palsy, often will pull/jerk away or bolt/run from caregivers. The ability to intervene in these situations is required. Moving or lifting of any child may be required in an emergency situation (ie to assist toddlers in evacuating the building or to ascend or descend stairs) and/or to prevent injury on playground or other outdoor situations/activities.COVID-19 Vaccination Information:You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your first day of employment. The company will consider accommodations for disability and religious based reasons.NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftCOVID-19 considerations:COVID-19 Vaccination Information:You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your first day of employment. The company will consider accommodations for disability and religious based reasons.Education:High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:Teaching: 1 year (Required)Classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:Child Development Associate Certification (Required)Work Location: One location