Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have at least a high school degree; some college is preferred
• Submit to various background checks
• Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire
• Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a group of children alone in a classroom
• Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
• Have an awareness of the unique needs of infants and have appropriate expectations of their abilities and help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for infants
• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children
• Be available and flexible for full-time employment to work as late as 5:30 pm
• Have dependable transportation
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times be warm and nurturing with children as well as the parents
• Be able to work in a group setting

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., diapering, feeding, dressing)
• Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child(ren)
• Creating and maintaining 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 infants
• Attend and engage in occasional parent participation events and other events that may be on nights and/or weekends
• Assist with the completion of daily sheets and the daily activities pertaining to 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 professional self-image and project the values of USJ at all times
• Assistant Teachers are under the supervision of the Lead Teacher in the classroom and report directly to them

Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher Job Description

If you are interested in this position, please contact the Early Childhood Director at lscott@usjbruins.org.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Jackson, TN 38305 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jackson, TN 38305: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person