Teacher Assistant

• Description Circle of Friends Child Development Center is dedicated to creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment where children, families, and staff thrive together.
• We are seeking a Teacher Assistant who is passionate about supporting young children’s learning and helping maintain a safe, positive, and organized classroom environment alongside the teaching team.
• Candidates must possess at least 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and demonstrate a commitment to providing quality care and education for children.
• Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, supervising children, supporting daily routines, and fostering positive relationships with families and coworkers.
• We value professional growth and offer opportunities for advancement within the organization for individuals motivated to advance in early childhood education.

Our Core Values Friendly and Fun Environment Respectful and Responsive Environment Integrity is at the core and woven into every aspect of our program Environments are welcoming, beautiful, and engaging Nurturing environment where children develop a sense of trust and security Dedicated to providing high-quality care and education Service - Every child and family deserves excellence

Benefits

Full-Time Employees 401(k) matching Dental/Vision insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Paid Holidays Birthday Off Self Care Days We have a tight-knit team of early childhood professionals, and we want to hire YOU to join our team if you are inspired by Excellence! We are seeking Preschool and Toddler Teachers for Monday through Friday, full-time and part-time.

We hire for ATTITUDE, not necessarily aptitude. We will train you to excel in a childcare environment if you have the passion to do so! So even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, still consider applying if you’re a bright, motivated, loving, positive person who wants to be a part of a winning team and make a difference in the lives of children and families.

EOE

Requirements

• The ideal candidate meets the following requirements:
• THE DESIRE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of others
• Have a minimum of 12 ECE/CD Units
• Experience with Quality Care is a plus!
• A professional, positive attitude
• Classroom duties include but aren't limited to: helping children with eating, diapering/toileting, cleaning, keeping a clean and safe room, keeping a Quality Care compliant classroom, keeping appropriate logs, and making sure everything is in compliance with Circle of Friends as well as with Community Care License.
• Able to stand for long periods, frequently walking, sitting on the floor, and playing with children, being able to lift up to a 40 lb. child in an emergency situation. You must be able to get up off the floor and stand up quickly. This is a physically ACTIVE role.
• A loving demeanor with children!
• Classroom experience, and CPR certification.
• All candidates must pass the national criminal background check.
• Fluency and clear communication in English. Must be able to communicate with other staff and parents clearly in both verbal and written form.