Teacher Assistant

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Teacher Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will have the rewarding opportunity to nurture and guide young minds through exploration and discovery. Your responsibilities will include overseeing classroom activities, implementing lesson plans, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children. If you are enthusiastic about early childhood education and ready to inspire the next generation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must meet local childcare regulatory agency requirements.
• Previous experience in licensed early childhood programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily class functions for a group of children.
• Implement lesson plans and maintain a well-kept classroom.

Skills

Childcare Regulations Knowledge

Teaching Experience

Emotional and Creative Needs Understanding

Physical Ability to Lift Children

Education

Early Childhood Education Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

As a Teacher Assistant at Primrose School of Norman located at 3220 Healthplex Dr., Norman, OK 73072, you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning.

Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age. The hours are M-F 6:30am-6pm with an hour lunch break.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of/at (school name) and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of/at (school name) Employee Handbook.
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Must meet basic requirements of local childcare regulatory agency.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise, and the respective Franchise Owner is the employer at each school. Franchise Owners set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary among Franchise Owners. Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Positions and position titles vary by school.