Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Summary

Monday through Friday, part-time and full-time positions available, 10 week Summer Camp position, June 22 to August 28.

The Manor School Teacher Assistant supports the Teacher 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. You must be able to communicate effectively, take initiative and work well with others in a team environment. Teacher Assistants 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 curricular activities and encourage participation by children
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, organization, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to the Manor School environment.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Energetic.
• Ability to work well with others
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• An understanding of child development
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Must clear full background check
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma/equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a childcare setting
• College degree in Child Development, Early Education or related field
• CPR/First Aid

Benefits

Paid holiday (4th of July)

Reduced child care

About Us

Greenbrier Manor School is a privately owned preschool and Kindergarten, serving children ages 2-10 in Chesapeake, Virginia. We are seeking substitutes, summer employees and teachers/aides for school year employment. Pay is based on education, experience and availability.