Early Childhood Education Assistant | Classroom Support

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE INC; Capitol Estates (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee Inc. in White Plains, MD seeks a Teacher Assistant to support classroom instruction and activities, reporting to the Assistant Director of Educational Services.

The role involves assisting with activities that promote developmental goals and maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. Responsibilities include engaging with children and parents, modeling positive interactions, aiding curriculum development, and ensuring a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: Child Development Credential Program within the first year of hire.
• Alternative: basic understanding of child development plus coursework or training.
• Minimum one year in a licensed childcare center or related experience.
• Strong math and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage with children and parents in a respectful and meaningful manner.
• Model positive social and emotional interactions with staff and students.
• Greet each child daily with joy, using their name and asking about wellbeing.
• Encourage language development during mealtime and activities.
• Assist with curriculum planning and preparing lesson activities.
• Maintain safe classroom environment and appropriate teacher/child ratios.

Skills

Math & analytics

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Child Development Credential Program

Six semester hours in Child Development

Ninety-clock hours or equivalent training

One year childcare experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee Inc. in White Plains, MD seeks a Teacher Assistant to support classroom instruction and activities, reporting to the Assistant Director of Educational Services.

The role involves assisting with activities that promote developmental goals and maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. Responsibilities include engaging with children and parents, modeling positive interactions, aiding curriculum development, and ensuring a