Teacher Assistant

Kidz Korner Children's Center; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kidz Korner Children’s Center in Santa Monica, CA seeks a Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in daily activities, routines, and safety. This role involves supervising children, assisting with meals, rest, play, and learning experiences in a warm, nurturing environment.

The ideal candidate is at least 18, meets CA licensing requirements for the position, willing to obtain Mandated Reporter training, CPR/First Aid if required, and has prior experience with young children; 2+ years

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet California child care licensing requirements.
• Early Childhood Education coursework preferred.
• Mandated Reporter training current or obtainable.
• CPR/First Aid certification current or obtainable, if required.
• Health screening, TB clearance, immunizations, and background clearance.
• Experience with young children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher with daily classroom routines and activities.
• Supervise children at all times indoors and outdoors.
• Support children during meals, snacks, rest, and transitions.
• Help set up and clean learning centers and materials.
• Use positive guidance and appropriate language.
• Encourage independence, social and emotional development.
• Assist with small-group and whole-class activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom.
• Follow health, safety, and licensing rules.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Team collaboration

Classroom supervision

Communication with families

Patience

Education

Early Childhood Education coursework

CPR/First Aid training willingness

Mandated Reporter training

Health screening and background clearance

Job description

Kidz Korner Children’s Center

Job Description: Teacher Assistant

Position Title: Teacher Assistant

Reports To: Lead Teacher / Director / Site Supervisor Program: Preschool / Child Care Program Employment Status: Full-Time or Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

The Teacher Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in supervising children, implementing classroom activities, maintaining routines, and creating a safe and nurturing learning environment. The Teacher Assistant helps children participate in daily activities, transitions, meals, rest time, outdoor play, and classroom learning experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom routines, activities, and transitions.
• Supervise children at all times and maintain child safety indoors and outdoors.
• Support children during meals, snacks, toileting, handwashing, rest time, and cleanup.
• Help set up and clean up classroom materials, learning centers, and activities.
• Use positive guidance, redirection, and appropriate language when supporting children’s behavior.
• Encourage children’s independence, communication, social skills, and emotional development.
• Assist with small-group and whole-group classroom activities.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Follow cleaning and sanitizing procedures throughout the day.
• Communicate concerns or observations to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Follow all center policies, health and safety rules, and licensing requirements.
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as a mandated reporter.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet California child care licensing requirements for the position.
• Early Childhood Education coursework preferred.
• Current or ability to obtain Mandated Reporter training.
• Current or ability to obtain Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, if required.
• Current or ability to obtain health screening, TB clearance, immunization records, and criminal background clearance.
• Experience working with young children preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a classroom team.
• Warm, patient, and respectful approach with children.
• Strong supervision and safety awareness.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to communicate professionally with staff and families.
• Willingness to support children with different developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift, and move throughout the classroom and playground.
• Ability to lift or assist children as needed.
• Ability to participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to supervise children visually and physically at all times.

Work Expectations:

The Teacher Assistant is expected to support the Lead Teacher, follow classroom routines, maintain dependable attendance, and help provide a safe, caring, and respectful learning environment for children.