Description Job Title: Teacher Assistant Position Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday Possible shifts to offer: 6:45am-3:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm 10:00am-6:00pm $16.00-$18.90 Based on education and years of exp. Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teacher Assistant to create a nurturing and supportive environment for children. The ideal candidate will foster a safe space for children to explore their independence while collaborating with team members to implement engaging programs that cater to individual and group developmental needs. Key Responsibilities: • Provide a nurturing and loving environment that encourages children to feel safe and explore independence. • Collaborate with team members to design and implement programs that meet the diverse developmental needs of children. • Utilize children's enthusiasm for learning by offering numerous opportunities for play and exploration. • Monitor transition times between activities and establish routines to facilitate smooth transitions. • Maintain accurate and complete records as directed by teachers, including attendance, medication, incident reports, behavioral observations, meal counts, updated emergency information, and development logs. Skills and Qualifications: • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. • Knowledge of child development principles and practices. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Patience and a genuine passion for working with children. • Ability to adapt to changing situations and needs of children. We welcome applicants who are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all children. Requirements Working Conditions Physical Demands: • Stands, sits, and moves while supervising children indoors and outdoors. • Walks with children on walks and field trips. • Sits during paperwork, observation, and meals/snacks. • Lifts/carries children up to 35 lbs. • Reaches and handles supplies for meals and activities. • Pushes/pulls furniture as needed. • Stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls to interact at child level. • Communicates clearly with children and staff; reads stories aloud. • Hearing required for reading materials, reports, observing injuries, and giving first aid. • Clear vision needed to monitor play and development. • Follows all Health & Safety policies and responsibilities. Environmental Conditions: • Primarily indoor classroom setting. • Outdoors daily for play, walks, games, and field trips (except in extreme weather). Education: • High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: • Experience working with young children (e.g., nannying, camp counseling, vacation programs, family daycare, or extensive babysitting). Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: • Understanding of child developmental stages. • Ability to create a nurturing and comforting environment. • Open to professional development. • Strong interpersonal skills. • Enthusiastic and eager to learn. • CPR & First Aid certified (training provided post-hire). • Knowledge of Universal Precautions (training provided). • USDA meal service monitoring knowledge (training provided). Other Facts: • Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, excluding designated holidays. • Reports To: Lead Teacher