Teachers Assistant (FT) 8a-5p-Center for Early Learning-Lebanon, VA

Ballad Health; Lebanon (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Lebanon, Virginia, is seeking a Teacher's Assistant. The role involves supporting the teacher in creating a nurturing classroom environment, implementing educational activities, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and must possess the Child Development Associate degree.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Willingness to receive training as required.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in providing a nurturing environment for children.
• Implement planned activities for developmental needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.

Skills

Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Classroom Management

Communication

Education

Child Development Associate Degree

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION
The Teacher's Assistant is to assist the teacher in providing a warm and nurturing environment in which the child can grow physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. To help implement planned activities geared to the developmental needs of a particular group of children and to channel productively the interests and energies of these children. To be aware of and attend to the needs of individual children. To work closely with the classroom teacher to implement daily planned classroom activities. To maintain a clean, organized, healthy, and safe classroom environment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
See Table of Organization.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that will enable the caregiver to perform the above requirements. Must possess a clear, working understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood. A Degree of Child Development Associate is preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older. Willingness to receive training as required by the appropriate state's grading system to maintain this position. BLS Certification required.