Teacher Assistant

About This Role Are you energetic, hardworking educator looking for a rewarding career in helping to shape the minds of children? Tuckaway is a locally owned childcare center who prides ourselves on being a home away from home. We are currently seeking a Part Time Team Support Teachers to help foster the learning of the whole child! The hours for this position are 7:30am to 1:00pm. Applicants must be able to work with ALL AGE GROUPS! Serious applicants only!

Responsibilities What You'll Do

• Overall supervision and daily class functions of a class of children
• Assessment of each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis
• Implementation of lesson plans and daily classroom schedule through the use of Developmentally Appropriate Practice
• Provision of an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration and decision-making by the children
• Accepts responsibility for light housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds
• Maintains professional attitude and work behavior, assists in other capacities as determined by the Director
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director
• Observes all rules and regulations of our program and the minimum standards set by the Virginia Department of Social Services pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• At least 6 months previous teaching experience with a quality preschool, child care center, or public or private school system is preferred.
• Certifications or degree related to early childhood or preschool or elementary education is also desirable.
• First Aid and CPR
• Department of Social Services 10 hour training called "Virginia Health and Safety Preservice Training for Child Care Staff" and the "3 hour Virginia Health and Safety Training for Child Care Staff." These are free online trainings.

Benefits

• flexible schedules
• Located in Carytown area of Richmond, VA