Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

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. The Teacher Assistant assists the staff in implementing a quality educational program and developing positive relationships with children and their parents. They observe and document children's interests and progress, relaying 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.

• 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.

• High School Diploma or enrolled in ECE program at a vocational school
• 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.
• Reliable transportation
• Must clear full background check and must pass a health screening.

Infant/child CPR/First Aid Certifications

Child development classes through High School

CDA, or

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Education

• 3 PTO days

  Performance Appraisal Bonuses quarterly

  Flexible scheduling

  Weekdays only

  Paid training and certifications