Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children. The assistant teacher assists in carrying out developmentally appropriate 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. The teacher assistant assists the staff in implementing a quality educational program and assists in developing positive relationships with both the children and their families. The Teacher Assistant observes and documents children’s interests and progress, and relays that information back to families and staff. The Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

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. High energy. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.