Position: Teacher Assistant (Toddler/Infant/Waddler) positions available
Position Type: Direct Hire
Location: Livingston, NJ
Pay Range: $16.01 - $17.00
This position supports the work of a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general direction of the Child Care Director, the Teacher Assistant works with the Lead Teacher to implement classroom curriculum and activities. May assume classroom leadership in the absence of the Lead Teacher. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the organizations values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. The position may be responsible to serve as a liaison between the Child Care Director and families participating in the program.
The Teacher Assistant is responsible to:
Assist the Teacher in maintaining the organization/appearance and décor of the assigned classroom (bulletin boards, displays, storage areas, general cleanliness, etc.).
Assist the Teacher in implementing an age appropriate curriculum.
Assist and work with the different age groups and classes upon request.
Provide attentive and hygienic care for children in diapers, including regular diaper changes as needed, ensuring cleanliness, following proper diaper-changing techniques to maintain the child's health and comfort.
Adhere to sanitation and health guidelines as required by the licensing or authorizing agency(ies) and organizational policies and procedures.
Assist the Child Care Teacher in maintaining healthy and safe classroom environment of children.
Participate in Parent Advisory Committee and organization sponsored special events.
Participate in staff meetings, training and workshops to enhance professional growth.
Provide consistent interaction, encouragement, nurturance for all children on all levels (floors, sitting at tables, etc.)
Assist in organizational fund-raising activities and special events.
Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Assist in response to all parent inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
Attend trainings and meetings in absence of Lead Teacher, and at other times as requested or appropriate.
Perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary.
What experience is required:
High School Diploma
One to two years related experience in a group setting with preschool children.
Maintain training requirements as required by the Office of Licensing.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
Experience in assisting with curriculum implementation and being a contributing team member is essential.
Physical Demands:
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations. This work requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
WorkDynamX and our Client are Equal Opportunity Employers.