Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Classroom Support

• Support lead teachers with daily classroom activities.
• Assist with meals, nap, diapering/toileting, and transitions.
• Help prepare and clean up classroom activities.
• Keep classrooms clean and organized.
• Follow each classroom's daily routine.

Supervision & Safety

• Actively supervise children at all times.
• Maintain proper ratios when assigned to a classroom.
• Assist with playground supervision.
• Help with transitions between classrooms and activities.
• Report safety concerns or incidents immediately.

Flexibility

• Move between classrooms as needed.
• Provide coverage for staff breaks, lunches, and absences.
• Assist classrooms with higher needs or staffing changes.
• Be prepared to adjust responsibilities throughout the day.

Teamwork

• Follow the Lead Teacher's direction.
• Work cooperatively with all classroom staff.
• Support a positive classroom environment.
• Communicate important information to the Lead Teacher or administration.

Professional Expectations

• Arrive on time and ready to work.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Maintain professionalism with children, families, and staff.
• Limit personal cellphone use while working.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be dependable and willing to help wherever needed.

• Cover teacher breaks and lunches.
• Move between classrooms as needed.
• Help maintain classroom ratios.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal.
• Help children wash hands and use the bathroom.
• Assist with diapering and toileting.
• Help during meals and snacks.
• Assist with nap/rest time.
• Set up and clean up activities.
• Prepare classroom materials.
• Help with classroom cleaning and organization.
• Support teachers during transitions.
• Assist with outdoor/playground supervision.
• Help children with coats, shoes, and personal belongings.
• Support teachers with activities and small groups.
• Step into classrooms when a teacher is absent.
• Help with challenging transitions or busy periods.
• Communicate important information to the Lead Teacher.
• Help wherever needed to keep the school running smoothly.

• Must meet Virginia licensing requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must complete required background checks.
• Ability to work with infants through Pre-K.
• Ability to lift, bend, sit on the floor, and actively participate with children.
• Flexible, dependable, and comfortable working in different classrooms.

Previous childcare or preschool experience.

CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework.

Comfortable working with infants through Pre-K.

Bilingual skills.

Strong communication skills.

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Professional Development