Teacher Assistant

GETCAP Culture and Mission Helping people help themselves and each other.
GETCAP provides a variety of services that advance the self-sufficiency & general well-being of low-income East Texas households, through private & public partnerships.
Job Position Description: Assisting in all aspects of classroom operation in place of/ or in addition to regular teaching staff as a floating substitute and coordinating the use of substitute teaching staff for classrooms.
Responsibilities: Assists in classrooms in addition to regular teaching staff as needed.
Provide a safe environment to prevent and reduce Injuries Promote good health and nutrition and helps to provide an environment that contributes to the prevention of illness.
Provide opportunities for children to understand, acquire and use verbal and non-verbal means of communicating thoughts and feelings.
Provide experiences that stimulate children to explore and express their creative abilities.
Help each child to know, accept and take pride in himself and to develop a sense of independence Help children learn to get along with others and encourage feeling of empathy and mutual respect among children and adults Provide an environment in which children can learn and practice behaviors which are appropriate and acceptable individually and in a group Qualifications and Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Upbeat and positive attitude Professionalism and can be flexible in a changing environment Benefits: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Assistance Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 403(B) Retirement Plan with Company Match Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays