Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Above & Beyond Childcare is looking for an Assistant Teacher. This position supports the Lead Teacher 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.

What You'll Do

• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials
• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Obtain Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with others..
• An understanding of child development.

Nice To Haves

We pride ourselves on our collaborative atmosphere, supportive management, and fantastic benefits. Our core staff have been with us for an average of 10 + years and have wonderful testimonials. Both of our locations have achieved step 1 of Granite Steps for Quality with the focus on The Pyramid Model, a social-emotional framework derived from evidenced-based practices.

Benefits

• Free Childcare

  Health Insurance

  Accrued Paid Time Off

  Dental Insurance

  401(k) Matching

  Holiday Pay

  Paid Vacations

  Bonus Opportunities