Teacher Assistant

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a part-time Teacher Assistant to support the educational needs of children at St Francis Daycare. This role involves preparing educational activities, supervising play and meals, and ensuring the wellness and safety of children in a nurturing environment. Join a team committed to enriching the lives of the community while enjoying a range of benefits including medical, dental, and educational assistance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet Virginia's requirements and pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and implements educational activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Supervises play activities, meals, and rest time of the children.
• Ensures children's wellness and safety, reports accidents.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication

Educational activity preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Teacher Assistant role at Bon Secours Mercy Health.

This position is located at the St Francis Daycare.

Part time 20 hours per week.

Primary Function / General Purpose:

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide care, development, and educational services to children under the supervision of the lead teacher (Teacher I).

Job Functions:

• Prepares and implements educational activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Supervises play activities, meals, and rest time of the children.
• Maintains open communication with parents.
• Prepares supplies and materials for classroom activities.
• Ensures children's wellness and safety, reports accidents, and records incident reports.
• Obtains certification to administer medication, administers medication, and documents accordingly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles and assesses data to meet each child's needs.

Employment Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet Virginia's requirements and pass a criminal background check.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision plans, prescription coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance with AD&D, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. For accommodations or questions, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care