Preschool Teacher Assistant
About This Role
This Preschool Teacher Assistant opportunity at Child Development Center at Timberlake serves Preschool (3–5) and requires a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred. Based in Lynchburg, VA, candidates bring experience in early childhood education and development.
Afternoon position
Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for a Christian early learning center.
Looking for a caring, energetic, patient, flexible, and compassionate individual to become part of our teaching team. We are dedicated to offering the utmost quality of care to our children and families. Individuals should possess at least 1-year of experience with children ages 2 years - 5 years old. Must pass a background check. Having CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
What You'll Do
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Serve lunch and snacks according to class schedule aiding in the potty training process as necessary.
- Teach basic skills, such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
- Read books to entire classes or to small groups.
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.
- Enforce and follow center policies and rules.
- Prepare materials for class activities.
Requirements
Must have at least 1 year childcare experience.
- At least 18 yrs of age
- High School Diploma or GED
- College Degree in Child Related Field or CDA is a plus
Nice to Have
CPR and First Aid Certification
CDA Child Development Associate
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
A CDA is preferred for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Teacher Assistant role pays $13 to $15/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is Child Development Center at Timberlake located?
Child Development Center at Timberlake is located at 21649 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA