Early Childhood Education Teacher's Assistant - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. (old) is seeking a dedicated Teacher's Assistant in New Jersey to support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom activities.

You will assist with supervising students, preparing materials, and helping create a safe, engaging learning environment. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and at least 1 year of experience with children in group care, plus basic computer skills and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children in a group care setting.
• Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing with students, staff and community.

Skills

Computer literacy

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Teacher's Assistant is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher with all of the responsibilities listed.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
  
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children in a group care setting.
  
• Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency.
  
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing with students, staff, administrators and community

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in a group care setting.

Working Conditions:

• Lifts a minimum of 15 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 20 lbs. and stands a minimum of 3 hours a day. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow visual and physical contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe.