What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher Assistant position at Kidtopia?
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young children, and join a winning team? We are the best early childhood program in Ontario and we only hire the best . We are always looking to add talented, energetic, positive, honest and fun people to our team. Young or old, if you have the stuff, we'll know it. Must be an outstanding communicator and rapport-builder with parents. Excellent wages and benefits and paid training. Prior early teaching experience a plus, but not required.
Benefits
Weekly Paychecks
Paid Time Off for full-time employees
Annual Pay Increases
Paid CDA certification
No weekend work
Free lunch daily
Duties and Responsibilities
Preparing lesson plans for the children on a daily basis.
Preparing creative activities that the children can participate in.
Preparing games and outdoor activities the children can engage in.
Monitoring the children's progress and development.
Preparing reports on the children's development.
Discussing the children's progress with other teachers and parents.
Providing nutritious lunches and snacks.
Developing activities and teaching programs that are culturally appropriate.
Supervising the children.
Comforting the children.
Establishing routines.
Inculcating discipline.
Promoting early education and literacy.
Reading books to the children.
Attending to the basic needs of the children such as dressing and feeding.
Teaching the children proper hygiene.
Demonstrating learning activities to the kids.
Maintaining complete and accurate records.
Labeling and organizing learning materials.
Planning and supervising field trip and class projects.
Selecting, storing, and issuing classroom supplies, equipment and materials.
Adapting the available teaching methods to meet the interest and needs of the children.
Skills and Specifications
Compassion
Creativity
Alertness
Good planner
Flexibility
Excellent team builders
Superior communication skills both verbal and written
Patience
Consistency
Excellent supervisory skills
Superior stress management skills
Education and Qualifications for Teacher Assistants
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience working with children
Education and Qualifications for Lead Teacher
Child Development Associate or degree in a related field. Can be working towards your degree!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16