Teacher Assistant, PRN, no benefits

Unity Health; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 14,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Unity Health in Searcy, AR is seeking a part-time Teacher to supervise and care for children after school, keeping the classroom organized and implementing educational activities aligned with learning styles. You will build rapport with parents and document progress.

The role requires CPR certification within 3 months, effective oral and written communication with parents and staff, and a calm, team-oriented approach during emergencies. Hours are Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months experience or education or credentials equivalent; CPR certification must be completed within 3 months.
• 10 hours of in-service training annually.

Responsibilities

• Care for children and keep the classroom clean and orderly.
• Provide educational activities and theme units appropriate for children and communicate with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Emergency response

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Training and Experience: Six (6) months experience or education or credentials that are considered equivalent. CPR certification must be completed within the first three (3) months of employment. Ten (10) hours of educational in‑service training must be completed annually.
• Job Knowledge: Knowledge of the developmental growing stages of children including potty training and or changing a wet or soiled diaper. Knowledge of setting up a desired program to meet the needs of children; creating a daily lesson plan concurrent with different learning styles. Ability to communicate with parents, co‑workers, medical staff through oral and written communication. Ability to accept direction, adhere to policies and procedures, work as a team player, and to react calmly and effectively in an emergency and stressful situation.

Safety Sensitive

Safety Sensitive: YES

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

Job Description

The Teacher is responsible for the care of the children, for keeping the classroom clean and in an orderly fashion. Evaluates the needs of the children and provides educational activities and theme units appropriately. Builds a rapport with the parent maintaining general information on each child and informs the parent of any needs and or accomplishments.

This position will be for a closer; hours may vary, but will need availability Monday to Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.