Early Childhood Education Assistant

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) plan

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond, VA seeks a position focused on providing care and educational services to children under supervision. The role supports the lead teacher in planning activities, supervising meals and rest times, and ensuring safety and wellness of the children.

The candidate will maintain communication with parents, prepare classroom materials, and may obtain certification to administer medication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge generally acquired through school experiences.
• Knowledge generally acquired through the completion of a high school education.
• Incumbent must successfully meet the requirements indicated in the Code of Virginia and obtain and successfully complete background checks as required by the Code of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement educational activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Supervise play activities, meals and rest time of the children.
• Maintain open communication with parents.
• Prepare supplies and materials for classroom activities.
• Perform functions to safeguard the children’s wellness and safety. Reports accidents and accurately records an incident report.
• Obtains certification to administer medication, administers medication and accurately documents the same.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to assess each child’s requirements and provide appropriate care according to age and needs.

Skills

Communication with parents

Child supervision

Medication administration cert

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond, VA seeks a position focused on providing care and educational services to children under supervision. The role supports the lead teacher in planning activities, supervising meals and rest times, and ensuring safety and wellness of the children.

The candidate will maintain communication with parents, prepare classroom materials, and may obtain certification to administer medication.