Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide
About the 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. The role requires the ability to communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. Responsibilities include assisting staff in implementing a quality educational program, developing positive relationships with children and their parents, observing and documenting children's interests and progress, and relaying that information to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants implement developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. This is an as-needed floater position.
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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.
Qualifications
- Experience in the ECE field.
Benefits
- Paid holiday and vacation.
- No weekends or holidays.
- Flexible schedule.