About This Role
The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
- Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions.
- Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
- Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
- Follow all center policies and state regulations.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience preferred.
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification, or willing to obtain within 3 months
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
- Hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., but candidate must have flexibility to work any time between 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. as needed
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of NAEYC standards
- Familiar with the CT ELDS and CT DOTS
Benefits
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least an associate degree is required
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant role pays $17 to $20/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Mayflower Early Learning Ctr located?
Mayflower Early Learning Ctr is located at 1 Thames River Place, Norwich, CT