Substitute Teacher Assistant (floating*)

Small Wonders Child Development Center
Job Description for Substitute Teacher Assistant: We are looking for a nurturing individual to be a floating teacher assistant for Nursery-PreK. This is a substitute TA position. The candidate will work closely with various lead teachers in conducting daily responsibilities listed below. To be successful as a teacher assistant, you must have a passion for children and exercise patience with them. You must be dependable. You must display a Christ-like attitude, impeccable customer service, and greet parents and staff in a friendly manner. Ultimately, you will provide constant supervision for the children in your care to ensure their safety.

Qualifications:Candidate must be:

• At least 18 years of age.
• A high school graduate or equivalent.
• Cleared of any criminal record.
• CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certifications upon hire.
• DCF certified by completing the required 45 hours of DCF training or be willing to complete it within the first year.
• Mentally and physically capable of caring for a group of children.
• Punctual, dependable, consistent, and a commitment to adhere to our standards of excellence
• Aware of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.

Responsibilities:
Candidate will:

• Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development.
• Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times.
• Assist children with activities of daily life. (e.g., diapering/restroom use, feeding, dressing, outdoor play, nap time)
• Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children.
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children.
• Attend and engage in occasional parent participation events and other events that may be on nights and/or weekends.
• Communicate daily activities, through our school-adopted app (as necessary), regarding eating, sleeping, and diaper changing.
• Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management.
• Maintain a highly-professional self-image and project the character and values of the organization at all times.

If you are interested in being considered for an interview for this position, please fill out our application using the link below:
https://www.kindridgiving.com/App/Form/5699881d-c3d5-46bf-8189-583091bf0fc2

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Lakeland, FL 33813 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakeland, FL 33813: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person