Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Summary
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. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children?s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children?s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.
Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• 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.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.

Requirements

• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• An understanding of child development.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.

Nice To Haves
Food Handlers card
Associates in early childhood