Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide

Child Care Resources Inc; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Matthews seeks passionate Teacher Assistants to support teachers and enhance children's growth. Responsibilities include implementing activities, maintaining classroom materials, and fostering positive relationships with parents. Ideal candidates are energetic, team-oriented, and have a solid understanding of child development.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Understanding of child development is essential.
• Must clear full background check and pass health screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of activities and encourage participation by children.
• Maintain positive communication with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child Development

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

COSKids is looking for loving, motivated teacher assistants to work in our childcare classrooms. Previous childcare experience preferred, but not required. Knowledge of licensing and sanitation regulations, or willingness to learn is required. A willingness to work closely with lead teachers and other staff members a must. We want individuals who are passionate about working with children and want to aid in their growth and development.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain positive communication with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.

Requirements

• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Benefits

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Disability insurance, short-term and long-term

Life Insurance