Teacher Aid
Summit Management Consulting, LLC · Portage, MI · 2 mo ago
EducationFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Aid in implementing age-appropriate activities
- Create a positive, engaging classroom environment
- Prepare and set up materials and activities for daily instruction
- Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, and transitions
- Assist with daily care routines such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and hygiene practices
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom environment
- Foster positive relationships with children
- Encourage social development through guidance, redirection, and positive reinforcement
- Build respectful and professional relationships with families
- Support open communication with parents and guardians
- Assist in addressing parent questions or concerns
- Work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher and other staff members
- Be flexible and assist in other classrooms or duties as needed
Professional Expectations
- Show reliability, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Follow direction while also taking initiative when appropriate
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development