Teacher Assistant/Aide

Child Care Resources Inc; Darlington (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR & First Aid certification (Nice to

Health and Safety SC 15-hr course

Half-priced childcare

Family owned

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc in Darlington, SC is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers and the director in creating a nurturing, secure environment and to contribute to a high-quality educational program.

You will observe and document children's interests and progress, foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, and design engaging activities under guidance, ensuring families are informed about development and care.

Qualifications

• High energy and ability to work with children.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Familiarity with child development principles.
• Ability to pass background check and health screening.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in curricula activities and promote participation.
• Maintain clean, organized classroom materials.
• Communicate with parents about development and care.
• Model hygiene and self-help habits for children.
• Facilitate smooth daily transitions from home to center.
• Adhere to center policies and state regulations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to improve care and education.

Skills

Energetic

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Child development

Leadership & organization

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

The Teacher Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting Teachers and the Director in creating a nurturing and secure environment for the children, while contributing to the development of a high-quality educational program. Effective communication, active listening, and teamwork are essential skills for success in this position. By observing and documenting children's interests and progress, the Teacher Assistant fosters positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, and ensures that families are informed about their child's development and care. Under the direction of the Teacher and the Director, the Teacher Assistant designs and implements engaging activities that cater to children's needs and interests.

What You'll Do

• Engage children in curricula activities and promote their active participation.
• Take charge of classroom maintenance, ensuring materials are clean, organized, and readily available.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with parents through informal conversations and progress updates.
• Model good hygiene and self-help habits, encouraging children to develop positive behaviors.
• Smoothly facilitate the daily transition of children from home to the child care center.
• Adhere to all center policies and state regulations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to maintain and improve the quality of care and education.

Requirements

• Ability to work with a high level of energy.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as basic computer literacy.
• Familiarity with child development principles.
• Superior leadership, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Necessary qualifications include passing a full background check and health screening.

Nice To Have

• Possession of Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Completion of a 15-hour Health and Safety SC course.
• half priced childcare
• Family owned

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent