Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

Turnstone Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Turnstone Center in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the Kimbrough Early Learning Center. This on-site, 15-hour-per-week role supports teachers with daily activities, classroom routines, and child engagement for ages 2–5.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of experience with preschoolers, ability to lift 50 lbs, and adherence to Indiana state licensing standards. Preferred CPR/First Aid and CDA credential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children ages 2–5.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to adhere to Indiana State regulations for licensed childcare centers and Paths to Quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with basic needs (hygiene, eating, restroom).
• Support teachers with activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Keep classrooms organized and running efficiently.
• Assist with laundry, cleaning and disinfecting tasks.
• Provide coverage when staff are on vacation or ill.
• Communicate effectively with children and families.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Classroom support

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Work for a nonprofit organization where our mission is to create possibilities by empowering people with disabilities to achieve their highest potential! Turnstone is the largest organization in the nation that offers the most comprehensive services under one roof. We are rapidly growing and looking for passionate, creative and motivated employees to join our team!

This position is a non-exempt, on-site position working 15 hours per week. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 2:30-5:30 pm.

Our Kimbrough Early Learning Center (KELC) is for children of all abilities between the ages of 2 and 5. Our Teaching Assistants help support the teachers in each classroom during the daily routine. The children enjoy socialization with their peers and learn skill development and school-readiness through planned curriculum and experiential opportunities. The children in the KELC spend time on Turnstone's accessible playground, and also have supervised access to Turnstone's warm water therapy pool.

Basic Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assisting children with basic needs such as hygiene, eating, and restroom
• Supporting our teachers with activities throughout the day, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Keeping our classrooms organized and running efficiently
• Assisting with laundry, cleaning and disinfecting
• Helping provide coverage when staff members are on vacation or out due to illness
• Communicating with children and families

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience working with children ages 2-5
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to adhere to Indiana State regulations for licensed childcare centers and Paths to Quality requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current and maintained certification in CPR and First Aid
• A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential