About This Role
We are seeking to add to our team of caring and dedicated individuals who are passionate about early childhood education. We are seeking a teacher who would be comfortable in all classrooms giving breaks and spending time with our PreK kiddos at the end of the day. The perfect fit individual will have a strong work ethic, strong organizational skills, a commitment to cleanliness, and classroom management. We pride ourselves in NEVER being out of ratio and a strong management support system, from director to owner.
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 Assistant 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 and progress reports.
- 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
- A real team player!
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification desired, but can provide
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Benefits
We offer competitive wages, monthly bonuses, discounted or FREE childcare, meals, earned raises, and a genuine caring, SUPPORTIVE and fun work environment. We would love to have you join our team and grow in your early childhood career with us! No weekends! With childcare benefits, attendance bonuses and other earning opportunities pay can average $11 to $18 an hour (when including child care benefit).
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide role pays $12 to $14/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is The Fox's Den ChildCare located?
The Fox's Den ChildCare is located at 10235 Wooster Pike, Creston, OH