We are looking for a Preschool Teacher's Assistant to support the teaching staff throughout the day and help with classroom management.
Responsibilities
- Assist head teacher in applying curriculum and following daily schedule
- Employ educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media) to teach children
- Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve conflict
- Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
- Collaborate with other educators
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Skills / Experience
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
- Excellent communication and instructional skills
- Ability to act as mediator between children
- Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
- Certification in child CPR and First Aid a plus
- Prior work/study in education or relevant field
- Ability to work as a team player
- Most importantly a person who loves children and respects them as individuals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person