Child Development Center Assistant — Hands-On Support

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health's Child Development Center is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support infant and toddler classrooms, assisting the lead teacher with materials, daily activities, supervision, and development of young children. You will participate in center closing duties and uphold safety and developmentally appropriate practices.

Two or more years in child care plus a high school diploma are preferred; ECE units are encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Currently enrolled or willing to complete ECE units within one year of employment.
• Two or more years of formal experience in child care setting is preferred.
• Meets minimum preparation and experience required by state licensing for fully qualified Teacher Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Supervises children, indoors and outdoors, providing positive discipline techniques according to NAEYC standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development for the age group with developmentally appropriate language and activities.
• Ensures open, positive communication with teacher, administration, staff, parents and Virtua clientele while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assists in cleanliness and upkeep of classroom, playground and center.
• Assists in preparation and follow through on materials for age-appropriate activities that emphasize hands-on learning.

Skills

Child care

Team player

Communication

Education

High school diploma

ECE units

Job description

Virtua Health's Child Development Center is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support infant and toddler classrooms, assisting the lead teacher with materials, daily activities, supervision, and development of young children. You will participate in center closing duties and uphold safety and developmentally appropriate practices.

Two or more years in child care plus a high school diploma are preferred; ECE units are encouraged.