Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide (2K)

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Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Our Center is looking for an energetic, experienced, person to work as a Teacher Assistant with 2 years olds; Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm
The salary will be based on experience and level of education and training.
The Teacher Assistant supports the 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. The teacher 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. t

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.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
  • 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.


Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
  • History of strong job attendance and punctuality.
  • High energy and personable.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Serious about the education and development of young minds.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
  • Adhere to all Bright From the Start required training: Health and Safety Orientation Training.


Benefits

  • Paid holidays after 3 months probation.
  • 2 weeks vacation in December and 1 week in April.
  • Paid weekly.
  • Discount Childcare
Location:
Decatur
Category:
Education