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INFANT/ TODDLER TEACHER ASSISTANT GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a full-time position responsible for assisting lead teachers with activities inside and outside of the classroom for children aged 0-3 years old. Activities include drafting lesson plans, gathering materials and supplies to prepare for daily activities, indoor/outdoor play, assisting with mealtimes (breakfast, lunch, and snacks), diapering, and assisting children upon arrival and departure. The employee fulfilling this job is expected to complete assignments with a high standard of accuracy, attention to detail, and timely completion of work. This position works under the direction of the lead teacher and Site Director.

INFANT/TODDLER TEACHER ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Responsible for ensuring that daily activities and interactions reflect the mission and goals of the program.
• Assist with the physical safety and emotional security of the children.
• Work together with the Lead Teacher as a team, in assisting with planning and implementing daily programming.
• Adhere to adult-to-child classroom ratios as set by daycare licensing.
• Create a clean, safe environment conducive to learning and promoting social relationships.
• Document anecdotal notes and daily reports for children.
• Communicate with parents daily.
• Assist with planning and implementation of educational activities for infants, and toddlers, including weekly lesson plans that specify the daily schedule, and achieve specific curriculum goals.
• Promote feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers by being warm, supportive, and comforting, and by establishing strong and caring relationships.
• Maintain compliance with daycare licensing and DHHS regulations.
• Assist in ensuring that all health and developmental screenings are up to date.
• Ability and desire for personal and professional growth and skill development.
• Work to promote the success of the center by being supportive, flexible, and a team player.
• Adhere to center personnel policies.

INFANT/TODDLER TEACHER ASSISTANT PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR Certification
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification
• Able to pass a Background Check

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DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Previous professional experience working with infants and toddlers.

SALARY:

• $10.50 -- $12.00 per hour

SCHEDULE:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Schedule may vary based on the student's schedule. The center operates from 6 am to 5:30 pm.  

Benefits: No benefits package offered