Qualifications:
♦ Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
♦ Ability to relate positively with young children in a mature and responsible fashion.
♦ Previous teaching or assistant teaching position with a quality preschool, child care center or church nursery is preferred.
♦ 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.
Responsibilities:
♦ Supervises classrooms with children ages 6 weeks to 10 years.
♦ Assumes the responsibilities of the teacher during the absence of the teacher.
♦ Plans with the teacher and helps implement the daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
♦ Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
♦ Assists and coordinates snacks, meals, nap time and bathroom activities.
♦ Provides the children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
♦ Maintains the Primrose Schools professional attitude and work behavior.
♦ Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director.
♦ Observes all rules and regulations of Primrose Schools and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
♦ Maintains professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the training manual.
♦ Assists in other capacities, as determined by the Director.
♦ Follows the schedule, as determined by the Director.
Upon Employment:
♦ Must meet all Primrose Schools and local, state or national basic health requirements as well as other requirements.
♦ First aid training, as required.
♦ Complete all necessary company employment and payroll forms.
♦ In states where required, personnel will have a fingerprinting and/or criminal investigation report completed.
♦ The position of teacher assistant may be regarded as training for a Primrose Schools teacher position.
Reporting Relationship: A Teacher Assistant reports directly to the Primrose School Director.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
