What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant position at Great Adventures Learning Academy?
Job Summary
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant! In this dynamic role, you will support lead teachers in creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help foster early childhood development, ensuring each child's unique needs are met with care and professionalism. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on young children's lives while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education.
Duties
- Assist lead teachers in implementing age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for infants and toddlers
- Provide attentive child supervision, ensuring safety and well-being at all times during indoor and outdoor activities
- Support diapering, feeding, nap times, and routine care with compassion and attention to detail
- Engage children through play, storytelling, music, and sensory activities that encourage exploration and learning
- Communicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, needs, and daily experiences to foster a strong partnership
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment that adheres to health and safety standards including pediatric first aid protocols
- Follow mandated reporting laws to appropriately report any concerns regarding child safety or well-being
Skills
- Experience working with children in daycare, preschool, or childcare settings with a focus on infant and toddler care
- Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices
- Certification in first aid and CPR (Child and Pediatric First Aid preferred)
- Familiarity with special education needs and experience working with children with disabilities is a plus
- Strong classroom management skills combined with patience and nurturing caregiving abilities
- Excellent communication skills for parent interaction and team collaboration
- Ability to follow detailed instructions while maintaining flexibility in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of behavior management strategies suitable for young children
Join us in shaping the future by supporting the earliest stages of childhood development! This paid position is ideal for passionate individuals eager to grow their career in early childhood education while making a meaningful difference in children's lives.
Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $17