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.
Duties
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Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage child lead participation.
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Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
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Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports through Parent portal.
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Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
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Help ensure smooth, daily transitions
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Follow all center policies and state regulations.
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Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement and education.
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preparing meals and snacks
- helping to maintain a follow schedule
Able to listen intently to the children with love and compassion for each child as they learn and grow
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Requirements
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Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
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High energy and a passion for early childhood
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Ability to get on the floor to play and learn with our children
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Ability to work well with others.
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Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- An understanding of early child development.
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Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
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Must clear full background check and have a level one finger print card.
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Must have current negative TB test.
high school diploma or equivalent
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Nice To Haves
Associate degree or working on early childhood degree
Food handlers card
Benefits
Medical benefits
Continued training for early childhood degree with scholarship opportunities to help you grow
Hiring Bonus