PT Afternoon Childcare Teacher Assistant (Infant/Toddler Campus)

Salem Montessori School; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Pay

Holiday Care Hours

Training and Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

An educational institution in Salem, Virginia is looking for a part-time Afternoon Childcare Teacher Assistant. This role involves caring for children, supporting their needs, and working afternoons up to 20 hours a week. Candidates must be 18 or older with a High School Diploma, CPR and First Aid certified or willing to become certified. Excellent communication and organization skills are essential. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with children preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to be certified.

Responsibilities

• Be physically and mentally present for the children.
• Help with end-of-the-day pickup.
• Conduct chores apart from child care.

Skills

Dependability

Problem-solving

Observation skills

Organizational skills

Communicative skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PT Afternoon Childcare Teacher Assistant (Infant/Toddler Campus)

Are you a self-directed learner, eager to make a significant impact in a child's life by learning and applying the Montessori method of education?

HIRING IMMEDIATELY! Share your respect and awe for children by becoming a passionate and supportive member of our Salem Montessori School (SMS) community. Our number one priority is the well-being and development of every child. This includes the whole child - the physical, social/emotional, and cognitive. Our SMS staff members work together as part of a collaborative, caring team and serve as positive role models.

What we offer/Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Competitive Pay
• Holiday Care Hours
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Gaining experience working with children ages 3-6yrs

Successful team members:

• Are dependable and consistent in their ability to be physically and mentally present for the children
• Take responsibility for being proactive in problem-solving, caring for the environment, and building relationships
• Have a keen awareness and observation skills
• Communicate articulately, respectfully, and constructively
• Excellent Organizational skills and cleaning skills
• Provide basic needs for children in a caring manner
• Help with end-of-the-day pick up

Expectations:

• Monday-Friday
• Up to 20 hrs/week
• Hours available Afternoons
• Ability to be on your feet
• Ability to lift and move
• Ability to be outdoors
• Ability to conduct chores apart from child care

Requirements:

• Ages 18 or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to be certified
• Experience with children (preferred)

PLEASE NOTE: Employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment background process that includes passing a Basic TB and fingerprint test, and completing an online training program. Applicants who do not pass or participate in any of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.