Preschool Teacher Assistant – Early Learning

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA in Somerset County, New Jersey is seeking qualified Teacher Assistants to support the Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, with activities designed to promote exploration, discovery and a positive self-image.

Teacher Assistants assist with Arts & Crafts, circle time, lunch/snacks and diapering/potty training, model positive social interactions, and help maintain a safe, organized classroom.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with young children in a group setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Assist Head Teacher in creating and leading developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
• Work as a supportive team member.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment, by reporting and / or removing all potential hazards and by setting up spaces and materials with a focus on supporting child learning.
• Maintain accurate program documentation including by not limited to incident, accident and behaviour reports, attendance sheets, sign-in / sign-out sheets, development and growth forms; document eating and sleeping, as well as any areas of concern.
• Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members.
• Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Greater Somerset County YMCA in Somerset County, New Jersey is seeking qualified Teacher Assistants to support the Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, with activities designed to promote exploration, discovery and a positive self-image.

Teacher Assistants assist with Arts & Crafts, circle time, lunch/snacks and diapering/potty training, model positive social interactions, and help maintain a safe, organized classroom.