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Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant - Part Time
JFK University Medical Center Edison, New Jersey
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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Teacher Assistant is responsible for maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with all curriculum and program established standards.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Teacher Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Compensation
Minimum rate of $17.19 Hourly
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Job Duties
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20 hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility
As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.
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JFK University Medical Center Edison, New Jersey
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- Requisition # 2025-173701
- ShiftDay
- StatusPart-time with Benefits
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Teacher Assistant is responsible for maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with all curriculum and program established standards.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Teacher Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
- Provides support to the lead Teacher in implementing both long and short range activities in accordance with educational component plans, curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practices and program philosophy.
- Participates and conducts one-on-one activities with small groups of children during instruction and lesson review.
- Actively participates in all activities with the children throughout the day.
- Guide children who need extra support to complete tasks.
- Willingness to follow instructions and work in a supporting role.
- Exercises open and respectful communication with families, team members, supervisors and other center staff.
- Work collaboratively with families, team members, supervisors and other center staff.
- Devoted to building a nurturing learning environment that fosters appropriate skills and social attitudes in the children.
- Helps to maintain a safe and healthy environment within the guidelines established by the Office of Licensing.
- Maintains and meets educational requirements as it relates to the NAEYC Accreditation Standards and Criteria.
- Maintains and meets all required licensing requirements for the Department of Children and Families-Office of Licensing.
- Encompasses knowledge and understanding of Grow NJ Kids Rating System, Criteria and Applications.
- Contributes information to the children's anecdotal records and child's developmental needs.
- Participates in lesson plan review, team meetings and learning environment communication sessions.
- Attends and participates in professional development, meetings and conferences.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies, job competencies and standards of behavior.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a child care setting or related field. Advanced degree also accepted in lieu of the experience requirement.
- A talent for fostering children's appetite for learning.
- Creative and resourceful, combined with strong planning and organizational skills.
- Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, as well as comprehensive knowledge of classroom activities and teaching methods.
- Genuine interest in children and respect for their individuality.
- The ability to establish positive relationships with families and other professionals.
- Two or more years of experience working in an early childhood setting.
- Continuing education to receive an Associate Degree in early childhood or related field.
- Must maintain Pediatric First Aid/CPR AED certifications and active NJCCIS registry within 30 days of hire (NJCCIS - New Jersey Child Care Information System for early childhood professionals serving children birth through age thirteen).
- Child Development Associate.
- Child Care Professional Certificate (CCP) in early childhood or related field (or pursuing).
Compensation
Minimum rate of $17.19 Hourly
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Job Duties
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
- Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
- Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
- Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
- Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
- Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
- Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
- Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20 hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
Our Network
Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility
As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.
Apply
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See the area you’ll be working in and get an idea of what your daily routine around the office can be like. Learn More
Awards We’ve Received
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - #1 Hospital in NJ & #1 in NY Metro Area
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital - #1 Children’s Hospital in NJ and #3 Children’s Specialties in the Nation
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - JSUMC - #5 Hospital in NJ
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - John Theurer Cancer Center at HUMC - Ranked Nationally
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - Best Hospitals Honor Roll
2025
Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 - 7 HMH Institutions Named Among Becker’s Top 100
2025
Newsweek 2025 - Hackensack Meridian Health - America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2025
2025
Newsweek 2025 - Best Hospitals USA - HUMC - #59
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