Early Childhood Education Teacher Associate II

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom seeks an Early Childhood Education Teacher Associate II to guide educational activities and ensure child development. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a CDA along with at least 2 years of experience in childcare. Responsibilities include preparing the learning environment, supervising children, and maintaining safety standards. A strong sense of teamwork, creativity, and communication is essential for this role, which offers competitive hourly pay of $22.77.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a child care setting or related field.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Genuine interest in children and respect for their individuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher and guide the Teacher Associate I.
• Prepare the learning environment and materials.
• Participate actively in all activities with children.
• Ensure the health and safety of the children.
• Maintain NAEYC Accreditation Standards and licensing requirements.

Skills

Child care experience

Creative planning

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Early Childhood Education Teacher Associate II - Full Time

RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER, Red Bank, New Jersey

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better — advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Teacher and guides the Teacher Associate I in implementing both long and short‑range activities in accordance with educational component plans, curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practices, and program philosophy.
• Prepares the learning environment, setting up interest areas, preparing needed materials and supplies to implement the program curriculum.
• Actively participates in all activities with the children throughout the day.
• Demonstrates the ability to solve problems through expert judgment aligned with early childhood best practices and licensing regulations.
• Assesses and identifies the children's individual and collective learning needs and prepares a plan of instruction that caters to the full ability range in the class.
• Exercises open and respectful communication with families, team members, supervisors, and other center staff.
• Work collaboratively with families, team members, supervisors, and other center staff.
• Assists the Teacher in fostering appropriate skills and social attitudes in the children.
• Ensures the health and safety of the children at all times while maintaining a safe and positive learning environment for all the children.
• Supervises, supports, and guides the Teacher Associate I in the instructional process.
• Maintains and meets all educational requirements for NAEYC Accreditation Standards and Criteria.
• Maintains and meets all required licensing requirements for the Department of Children and Families – Office of Licensing.
• Encompasses knowledge and understanding of the Grow NJ Kids Rating System, Criteria, and Applications.
• Attend and participate in professional development meetings and conferences.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies, job competencies, and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a child care setting or related field.
• A talent for fostering children's appetite for learning.
• Creative and resourceful, combined with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as an in-depth knowledge of classroom activities and teaching methods.
• Genuine interest in children and respect for their individuality.
• The ability to establish positive relationships with families and other professionals.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Child Development Associate (CDA) or Child Care Professional Certificate (CCP) or Group Teacher Certificate in early childhood or related field, and/or Associate Degree in early childhood education or related field.
• Must maintain Pediatric First Aid/CPR AED certifications and active NJCCIS registry within 30 days of hire (NJCCIS – New Jersey Child Care Information System for early childhood professionals serving children birth through age thirteen).

Compensation

Minimum rate of $22.77 hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market‑competitive total rewards package.

EEO Statement

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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