Teacher Assistant - FT

AtlantiCare; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher’s Assistant to join their team in a nurturing childcare environment. This role involves engaging with children in learning activities, supporting their development, and fostering independence. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and be fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication with children, parents, and staff. If you are passionate about early childhood education and committed to providing quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with fluency in English and Spanish.
• Some child development courses or experience in childcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist children in learning activities and promote social skills.
• Maintain communication with teachers and parents for child development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Collaboration

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree or 60 college credits

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Teacher’s Assistant participates in learning activities with the children in a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes child learning, self-awareness, and growing independence. Through the application of a consistent and positive approach, the Teacher’s Assistant assists children in controlling behaviors and encourages the development of appropriate social and interactive skills. Through collaboration with other members of the teaching team, the Teacher’s Assistant works to achieve the program’s educational objectives.

The Teacher’s Assistant plays an active role in communicating with the teacher to provide information and to offer suggestions about the child’s health, behavior, and learning development. By maintaining effective communication with parents, the Teacher’s Assistant provides a high level of customer service that supports program goals.

This position assists with the food program, including food preparation, food distribution, and record keeping.

Substitute Teacher’s Assistants support the learning program and meet the established objectives for the delivery programs in a supportive and nurturing environment.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts, and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s Degree, completion of at least 60 college credits, or a passing score on the State Paraprofessional Test required. Fluency in English and Spanish, both oral and written, is required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

EXPERIENCE: Some child development courses or prior work experiences within a childcare setting preferred. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required, as well as the ability to work collaboratively as a member of the teaching team.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The Teacher’s Assistant consistently exhibits the technical and behavioral competencies established for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential exposure to body fluids, blood-borne pathogens, and contagious childhood diseases within the Child Care Center. This position requires standing, sitting on the floor, crouching, kneeling, running, and walking a majority of the time and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.