Teacher Assistant Toddler Morris Plains, NJ

Apple Montessori Schools; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Childcare discount up to 65%

Discount on Verizon Wireless accounts

Career path opportunities

Job summary

Apple Montessori Schools in Morris Plains, NJ, is seeking a Teacher Assistant Toddler to support lead teachers in guiding young learners. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and nurturing independence in a loving classroom environment.

You will help implement lesson plans, maintain student records, and communicate progress with families while fostering social skills and creative expression. A passion for early childhood education and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in early childhood settings preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, sanitary and enjoyable learning environment.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to implement lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate progress with families.
• Encourage students’ positive self-image and supports individuality, independence, and creative expression.
• Model appropriate social behavior and engage with students.
• Participate in staff development activities and mentorship program.

Skills

Communication skills

Love of children

Multi-tasking

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Teacher Assistant Toddler

Location: Morris Plains, NJ

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 1:00pm

As a Teacher Assistant at an Apple Montessori School, you have the unique opportunity to cultivate your passion for working with children into a career in Early Childhood Education. Teacher Assistants work closely with their lead teachers to learn to guide your students while they explore their world. Our Teacher Assistants provide love, support and encouragement as the children try new experiences, make new friends and develop independence.

As a member of our teaching team, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that all students enjoy a safe, sanitary and enjoyable learning environment.
• Collaborating with the lead teacher to implement lesson plans.
• Maintaining accurate student records and communicating progress with families.
• Encouraging students’ positive self-image and supports individuality, independence, and creative expression.
• Modeling appropriate social behavior and engaging with students.
• Participating in staff development activities, educational trainings and mentorship program.

What Apple Montessori Schools can offer you:

• Discover our company values: Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Apple Academy and our ongoing professional development program will give you the tools you need to succeed.
• Paid time off that helps create a work-life balance for eligible employees.
• Childcare Discount Available up to 65% off for 1 child - inquire for more details!
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts
• Career Path Opportunities – Grow with Apple!

As an IACET Accredited Provider, (Apple Montessori Schools) offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

• "(Apple Montessori Schools) is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training."

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• CPR / First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• A genuine love of children.
• Physically able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children
• An understanding of health and safety guidelines.
• Capacity to multi-task and function in an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal