Childcare Teacher Assistant

Deaconess News; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting the head teacher in delivering quality education and care to children, fostering a safe and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a CDA credential and a passion for early childhood education, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and various benefits, including tuition reimbursement and onsite children's care. If you are committed to making a positive impact on young learners, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Onsite children’s care centers

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Payactiv-earned wage benefit

Free access to fitness centers

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• CDA credential with teaching experience in early childhood is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

• Support head teacher in providing care and education to children.
• Assist in implementing The Creative Curriculum and supervision of children.
• Establish positive relationships with families and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Positive Guidance Techniques

Education

CDA Credential

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

• Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplement – Day/Eve/Night
• Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Payactiv-earned wage benefit - work today, get paid tomorrow
• Free access to fitness centers
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Overview

The teacher assistant is a member of the teaching team who supports the head teacher in providing care and education of an assigned group of children. The teacher assistant is responsible for helping with the implementation of The Creative Curriculum along with its system of assessment and documentation; assisting with the supervision of children and the communication with parents; working together to provide a healthy and safe environment for children that encourages social emotional, physical, cognitive and language development based on the Reggio Approach. When the head teacher is absent, the teacher assistant assumes all duties.

Job Duties include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Works with head teacher to establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment
• Works with head teacher to advance physical and intellectual competence
• Works with head teacher to support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• To establish positive and productive relationships with families
• To ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs
• To maintain a commitment to professionalism

Required Certification/License/Experience:

• CDA credential with some teaching experience in an early childhood program preferred and the willingness to start a program to obtain an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education within six months of employment.
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education a plus.
• Must acquire 20 hours of professional development annually.

Preferred Certification/License/Experience:

• Current CPR/First Aid certification and NAEYC Membership preferred.