What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide position at Risen Church Learning Center?
Summary
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. She/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.
Duties
� Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
� Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
� Maintain frequent communication 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 childcare center.
� Follow all center policies and state regulations.
� Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
� High School Diploma or GED and 6 hours of ECE Credit preferred and or Associates or Bachelors? degree in a related field or at least two years of Early childhood education experience
� Comply with local, state and federal laws governing childcare
� Excellent written and verbal skills
� Strong Leadership and interpersonal skills
� Friendly and appropriate demeanor
� Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethics at all times
� High energy.
� Ability to work well with others.
� A strong understanding of child development.
� Must clear full background check.
� Must pass health screening.
Nice To Haves
Associates or Bachelors? degree in a related field or at least two years of Early childhood education experience