Summary
At Skyline Preschool, the Teacher Assistants support the lead 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 will be responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. You will be working with ages 3-5 as well as school-age children during the day. This is a year-round position.
Duties
Requirements
Nice To Haves
DES Health & Safety Trainings Completed
Early Childhood College Credits preferred and required for our accreditation.
Benefits
Following 60 Days of Service
Health Insurance- 3 PPO Plans 1 HSA Plan
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401 B Plan
Voluntary Life
Staff Discount on Preschool Tuition
At Skyline Preschool, the Teacher Assistants support the lead 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 will be responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. You will be working with ages 3-5 as well as school-age children during the day. This is a year-round position.
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
- Must be flexible-Scheduled hours 8:30-5:00 M-F
- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in a child care setting, working with school-age children as well.
- 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.
- TB Test upon hire
- Registered with AZ Registry
- Current Fingerprint Clearance Card
Nice To Haves
DES Health & Safety Trainings Completed
Early Childhood College Credits preferred and required for our accreditation.
Benefits
Following 60 Days of Service
Health Insurance- 3 PPO Plans 1 HSA Plan
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401 B Plan
Voluntary Life
Staff Discount on Preschool Tuition
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