Teacher Aide
About the role
We change lives through community and relationships. We encourage courageous spaces, leaning into discomfort, and stretching learning muscles. As a Teacher Aide, you'll create a warm, welcoming classroom environment that helps children reach their highest potential while partnering with parents and colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Show exemplary Infant/Toddler responsive care
- Demonstrate classroom management skills
- Practice developmentally appropriate methods
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or High School Equivalency
- Previous experience caring for children preferred
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Passion for working with children and families
Skills
- Responsive caregiving
- Classroom management
- Developmentally appropriate practices
Benefits
- Nationally recognized by the US Department of Health and Human Services
- Part of a diverse and supportive team
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Pay
$16.19 per hour
Schedule
Part-time, 20 hours per week
Contact
To apply, email Careers@YouthInNeed.org or visit www.youthinneed.org. No phone calls, please. For questions, email Careers@YouthInNeed.org.
About Youth In Need
Founded in 1974, Youth In Need serves over 8,000 children, teens, and families across six counties in Eastern Missouri. We are nationally recognized and have been named a St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplace for seven consecutive years. Learn more at www.youthinneed.org.