Teacher Aide

The Teacher Aide supports the Lead and Assistant Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks to 34 months. This role assists with daily classroom operations and provides break coverage while ensuring compliance with Arkansas Child Care Licensing Requirements and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

This position works under direct supervision and does not assume primary responsibility for a classroom.

• Engage with children through positive interactions, modeling appropriate behavior and language.
• Help prepare, maintain, and clean learning materials and classroom environments.
• Provide classroom coverage to allow teaching staff to take required breaks or time off.
• Follow established classroom routines and schedules to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate effectively with teaching staff regarding children's needs, routines, and transitions.
• Maintain consistency in caregiving practices across classrooms.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive and nurturing environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility in supporting multiple classrooms as needed.
• Greet families in a professional and respectful manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
• Complete all required orientation, health and safety training, and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain compliance with background checks and licensing requirements

Benefits

Medical and Health Reimbursement plans; Wellness Incentives; Paid Time off; Paid Holidays; College Tuition and Degree Incentives; Annual and Retention Bonus's; Employee Assistance Program; Enrollment Discounts; and more!