Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Teacher Assistant plays a vital role in our center, supporting Teachers and the Director in creating a nurturing environment for our young learners. They work collaboratively with others to develop positive relationships with children and their families. Observing and documenting children's interests and progress is also a key responsibility, with the goal of enhancing the overall care and quality of education.

Working with our energetic and curious children aged 1 to 5 years old, our Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing engaging activities based on their interests and needs, all while ensuring a safe and healthy environment.

• Support the development of engaging curricula activities, encouraging participation from all children.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment, ensuring all materials are available and easily accessible.
• Establish open lines of communication with parents through regular discussions and progress updates.
• Model good hygiene and self-help skills to promote healthy habits in our children.
• Ensure a seamless transition for children from home to our child care center each day.
• Comply with all center policies and state regulations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and maintain high-quality care.

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy levels are essential for this role.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills are necessary.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as basic computer proficiency.
• An understanding of child development principles.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Current Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must pass a full background check and health screening.