Early Childhood Care & Education - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation-Time off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Training
• Professional Career Development Support, Growth, & Opportunities
• Accident, Dental, Life, Vision
• Flexible Schedule
• Child Care Discount/Tuition

About Us

Apple Tree is a small family-operated childcare program that has been in business since 1983. We are located in the Asian District just north of Downtown and Midtown Oklahoma City. Apple Tree's program is here to serve and support families by providing a safe, developmentally educational learning experience where their children play, learn, grow, develop and achieve.