Preschool/ afterschool Teacher Assistant Job at Wittenberg Lutheran Preschool, Leesville, SC

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  • Wittenberg Lutheran Preschool
  • Leesville, SC

Job Description


Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the 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, t he Teacher Assistant observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. 

Duties

· Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
· Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, 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

· prefer 1-2 years of professional child care experience, but willing to train
· High energy.
· Ability to work well with others.
· Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
· A strong understanding of child development.
· Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
· Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification(will help train if needed)
· Must clear full background check.
· Must pass health screening. 

Nice To Haves

Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and get up and down out of the floor when interacting with children. 

Benefits

Pay increase after 90 days
5 days vacation after 90 days

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