Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide for infants -toddlers

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. S/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 Assistant 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, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications 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 child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Nice To Haves

Understanding and appreciation of young toddlers and infants
Understanding of a feeding plan and sleep routine for infants

Benefits

paid vacation
Paid training and education
Paid sick days
Free child care

About Us

Holmdel Preschool is an innovative private early learning center devoted to early learners offering high quality care and ensuring a warm caring environment for both staff and students alike. It offers a strong team community for its staff members ensuring long term stable career paths with room for advancement. It offers children a nurturing enviornment where they are loved, respected and valued for their uniqueness allowing them to reach their highest level of potential.