Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant or Lead PT & FT

Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers 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 Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

FT Hours 7:00 am - 4:00 pm M-F

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.
• Assist with personal cares.
• 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.
• Assist with completing assessments & conducting parent/teacher conferences.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience, preferred but not required. Will train if no previous experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• An understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Must be 17 years old or older.
• Must be patient & caring.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to be flexible in day to day routine
• Higher education in Early Childhood Field or related field

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision
• PTO in first year
• Vacation Days
• Personal Days
• Child Care discount
• Education assistance & scholarships
• Paid Training
• Birthday Pay
• Free meals
• Paid Holidays