PRN Childcare Teacher Assistant

Deaconess News; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated teacher assistant to provide support in a dynamic classroom environment. In this role, you will work closely with the classroom teacher to ensure a safe and nurturing atmosphere for children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of children and their families. Join a team that values professional growth and offers a variety of benefits, including tuition reimbursement and access to fitness centers, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about education and child care.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Onsite children’s care

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Payactiv-earned wage benefit

Free access to fitness centers

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college education is a plus.
• Must acquire 20 hours of professional development annually.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teacher in providing care and education.
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Assist in kitchen duties and general office tasks.

Skills

Childcare Support

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College

Job description

Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

1. Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
2. Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K)
3. Tuition reimbursement
4. Student Loan Repayment Program
5. Payactiv-earned wage benefit - work today, get paid tomorrow
6. Free access to fitness centers
7. Career advancement opportunities

Job Overview
The Deaconess Supplemental Staff (DSS) teacher assistant is a substitute who supports the classroom teacher in providing care and education of an assigned group of children. In that role, they are responsible for helping with the implementation of lesson plans, assisting with the supervision of children, and on occasion the communication with parents; working together to provide a healthy and safe environment for children that encourages social emotional, physical, cognitive and language development based on the Reggio Approach. In addition, the DSS may also be responsible for assisting in the kitchen or helping in an administrative position, such as answering the phone, typing, etc.

This position is supplemental/working as needed. Hours may vary.

Job Duties include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Works with classroom teacher to establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment
• Works with classroom teacher to advance physical and intellectual competence
• Works with classroom teacher to support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Establish positive and productive relationships with families
• Ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs
• Help cook, prepare, and serve food according to the State Board of Health regulations
• Maintain food supplies on a weekly basis
• Clean and maintain the kitchen and staff lounge
• Set the tone for families, staff, and visitors
• Provide general office duties
• Help maintain center supplies

Required Certification/License/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required, some college a plus.
• Must acquire 20 hours of professional development annually.

Preferred Certification/License/Experience:
Current CPR/First Aid certification and NAEYC Membership preferred.