TEACHER ASSISTANT

Apis Services, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Apis Services, Inc. in Memphis, TN is hiring a Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in delivering a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children.

The role involves helping with daily activities, maintaining routines, and tracking child development to support growth. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, a basic understanding of early childhood development, and at least one year of experience with young children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and milestones.
• Minimum of one year of experience caring for or working with young children.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow the direction of supervisors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated patience, compassion, and enthusiasm for supporting young children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities.
• Document children's progress and IFSP goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment.
• Prepare materials and setup for lessons.
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment for all children.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Patience and enthusiasm

Early development knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Teacher Assistant

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Department: Children's Services

Reports To: Director of Children's Services

Position Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role assists with implementing classroom activities, maintaining daily routines, documenting child development, and promoting positive social, emotional, and educational growth. The ideal candidate demonstrates a genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to supporting their developmental needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily classroom activities that support:
  • Cognitive development
  • Speech and language development
  • Fine and gross motor skills
  • Self-help and independence skills
  • Social-emotional growth
  • Positive behavior management
• Support the documentation of children's progress and skills related to Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom setup and preparation for daily activities and lessons.
• Clean, organize, and properly store toys, materials, and equipment at the end of each session.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children and families.
• Attend and participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and Professional Development Learning (PDL) meetings.
• Follow all program policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and developmental milestones.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience caring for or working with young children.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow the direction of the Lead Teacher and Director of Children's Services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated patience, compassion, and enthusiasm for supporting young children's learning and development.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to actively engage with young children throughout the day.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move educational materials, toys, and equipment as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, and move frequently within a classroom environment.

Work Environment

This position works in an early childhood educational setting and requires frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff. Maintaining a safe, supportive, and child-centered environment is essential.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add to, or remove duties and responsibilities as necessary to meet organizational needs.

Compensation

Hourly Pay: $13.00

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8a-2:30p, Friday 8a-12p (Full-time)

Apis Services, Inc.(a wholly-owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterments.

Apis Services, INC and affiliates provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.