Are you caring, nurturing and passionate about making an impact on young lives? Excited to inspire children to become lifelong learners? If you are thinking “yes” as you read this, then our Teacher Assistant openings might be just what you are looking for. Our affectionate teachers collaborate to ensure children within our center are safe, learning and loved. If this sounds like a culture you want to work within, apply now to learn more!

Our Teacher Assistants:

• Are caring, compassionate, positive and loving.

• Works cooperatively with other childhood staff within the building.

• Facilitate play based curriculum within a fun and interactive classroom.

• Ensure the daily care of each child by following licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

• Have advancement opportunities and college scholarship opportunities for seeking degrees in Early Childhood Education, Education or a CDA (Child Development Associate Credential).

• Assists in the planning of individual and group activities to stimulate developmentally appropriate growth in all areas of development.

• Lead small group activities under the direction of the classroom Lead Teacher.

• Develops positive professional relationships with staff, children and families.

• Are rewarded with hugs from children every day!

We are most interested in talking to applicants that have the following:

• A Fun, Happy, Positive Attitude.

• High School Diploma or higher. Also welcomed are those entering a trade or Co-op program for Early education or attending High School.

• Must be able to pass background check, and TB test to start. We can randomly do drug testing.

• Demonstrates a record of good attendance and punctuality.

• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time, occasional lifting/bending/squatting/reaching/ kneeling/twisting.

• 17 years of age or older.

• Be flexible with the work schedule.

If you are passionate about the growth and development of the precious children in your care and seek advancement opportunities through our on-going training and scholarship availability, apply now by sending your resume to kimberlyz@ eduplaydiscoverycenter.com or calling 989-652-0182 to set up an interview. Please direct all calls to Kimberly.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Patient demographics:

• Children
• Infants

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Caring for infants and toddlers: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person