Teacher Assistant - Soddy Daisy

Chambliss-Center-For-Children; Soddy-Daisy (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Chambliss Center for Children is hiring a Part-Time Classroom Assistant to support infants through age 4 in an early learning program at Soddy Elementary School, Soddy Daisy, TN. The role follows the Hamilton County Schools calendar and offers a school-year schedule.

Workdays include Monday, Thursday, and Friday with shifts that align to school hours. Starting pay ranges from $11 to $15 per hour, based on education and credentials, with paid training and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Childcare or youth experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Help create a safe, caring, and engaging classroom environment.
• Support children's learning through daily activities and play experiences.
• Assist teachers with classroom routines and supervision.
• Encourage positive interactions among children.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Build strong relationships with families, coworkers, and school partners.

Skills

Dependable

Team-oriented

Eager to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Work With Young Children and Enjoy a School-Year Schedule

Chambliss Center for Children is hiring a Part-Time Classroom Assistant to support children from infancy through age 4 in an early learning program located within Soddy Elementary School. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants a schedule that closely follows the Hamilton County Schools calendar.

Location: Soddy Elementary School: 260 School Street, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Schedule

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Compensation:

Starting pay is $11/hour up to $15 based on education and credentials.

What Makes This Role Different?

• Work only during the school year


• School holidays and breaks off


• Paid training provided


• Supportive team environment


• Opportunity to build experience in early childhood education

This program is part of a partnership between Chambliss Center for Children and Hamilton County Schools to increase access to quality early learning opportunities for children and families in our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Help create a safe, caring, and engaging classroom environment


• Support children's learning through daily activities and play experiences


• Assist teachers with classroom routines and supervision


• Encourage positive interactions among children


• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom


• Build strong relationships with families, coworkers, and school partners

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age


• High school diploma or GED


• Ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check


• Dependable, team-oriented, and eager to learn


• Childcare or youth experience is a plus but not required

About Chambliss Center for Children

Chambliss Center for Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children, youth, and families thrive. Through high-quality early childhood education, foster care services, and transitional living programs for young adults, we create opportunities that strengthen our community and support brighter futures.

Chambliss Center for Children is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.