Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide in Orlando, FL

Summary

Horizons Learning Center is the leader in preschool experience in Central Florida. We pride ourselves in early education and quality childcare experiences for children aged 6 weeks through Pre-K and after school care. Horizons Learning Center is currently seeking professional, experienced early childhood educators with a passion for influencing the development of children's minds and providing the best child care experience to children and families in and around the Orlando, FL area. 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.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to adapt to continuously changing, fast-paced environment, and make the children's need the primary focus.

Must be an educator. Horizons Learning Center is an educational facility and prides itself on teaching and educating children preparing them for the next stage in their lives.

Must be able to fully engage in physical activity including lifting up to 50lbs.

Must be able to engage in activities including but not limited to jumping, dancing, and running, walking, hopping, and skipping