Early Childhood Assistant - Full-Time, $15/hr

Child Care Associates; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant not specified

Job summary

Child Care Associates in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Teacher Assistant to support teachers and campus staff in delivering a safe, nurturing early-learning environment for young children. The role requires strong communication, patience, and the ability to supervise daily routines.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of childcare experience, and an age-appropriate CDA within one year. 20 hours of annual training and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain an age-appropriate CDA within one year (related degrees may substitute).
• Minimum six months of childcare experience.
• Strong understanding of human behavior and effective communication skills.
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Warm, calm, and patient approach with infants.
• Reliable, insured vehicle for transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, annual TB test, and biennial background check.

Responsibilities

• Support campus staff and assist in assigned classrooms as needed.
• Guide children in activities that support physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development under teacher supervision.
• Respond to individual developmental needs of infants and toddlers.
• Actively supervise children indoors and on the playground.
• Help prepare materials and adapt the physical environment as needed.
• Monitor children to ensure safety at all times.
• Maintain positive communication with children and families.
• Assist with meals, diapering/toileting, hygiene, rest, and play routines.
• Keep classroom areas clean, organized, and sanitary, including light cleaning tasks.
• Complete 20 hours of annual training and attend required staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Reliability

Driving (insured)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA certification within 1 year

Job description

Child Care Associates in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Teacher Assistant to support teachers and campus staff in delivering a safe, nurturing early-learning environment for young children. The role requires strong communication, patience, and the ability to supervise daily routines.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of childcare experience, and an age-appropriate CDA within one year. 20 hours of annual training and background checks are required.