Teacher Assistant

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing developmentally appropriate activities on a daily basis.
• Conduct daily health checks and ensure the environment is clean, safe, and free of hazards.
• Assist in developing and implementing individualized activities based on the development level of each child.
• Create learning environments in the classroom and outside for young children which promote experimentation and exploration.
• Communicate effectively with parents in promoting parental involvement in their child's early learning experience.
• Facilitate and assist children in developing positive relationships that support a caring community within the classroom.

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of early childhood development and education.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and including them in their child's learning process.
• One-year teaching experience working with infants and toddlers.
• Pass a criminal and child abuse and neglect background check and drug screening.
• Ability to provide a recent physical & TB test.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from a general or technical high school.
• CDA Licensure required.
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field preferred.
• Classroom experience preferred.