Teacher Assistant/Floater

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Job Description:

We're seeking a dedicated and caring Teacher Assistant/Floater to join our team. As a key member of our childcare center, you will be responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for our young students. If you're passionate about working with children and have a strong desire to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will work closely with our teaching staff to develop and implement engaging educational programs, ensuring every child feels valued and supported. If you're flexible, patient, and love being around children, we want to hear from you!

Job Type: Part Time/Full Time

Pay: contingent on experience

Schedule: Monday through Friday flexible between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Required)

Experience: Childcare facility 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Newport News, VA

• Help foster a supportive and inclusive environment for our children by actively engaging in classroom activities and promoting their participation.
• Take ownership of maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked classroom, ensuring our young learners have everything they need to thrive.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with parents through informal discussions and progress updates, keeping them informed of their child's development.
• Model good hygiene and self-help habits to promote healthy behaviors among our students.
• Ensure a smooth transition from home to child care center by providing a warm welcome and a sense of belonging for our children.
• Foster a culture of compliance by adhering to all center policies and state regulations.
• Commit to ongoing professional development, staying up-to-date with best practices and continuously improving your skills to provide the best possible care for our children.
• Be prepared to adapt to changing circumstances and relocate within the center as needed.

• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in a childcare facility setting.
• Will work with children between 6 weeks to 12 years old 
• Required High school diploma or equivalent 
• Flexible Schedule
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about working with children.
• Ability to build rapport with children.
• Positive and patient demeanor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional child care experience.