Unity Health·Searcy, Arkansas
The Teacher Assistant is responsible for the daily care of children and maintaining a clean, orderly classroom environment. They evaluate children's needs to provide appropriate educational activities and maintain open communication with parents regarding child progress.
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High School graduate or equivalent.
Six (6) months experience or education or credentials that are considered equivalent. CPR certification must be completed within the first three (3) months of employment. Ten (10) hours of educational in-service training must be completed annually.
Knowledge of the developmental growing stages of children including potty training and or changing a wet or soiled diaper. Knowledge of setting up a desired program to meet the needs of children; creating a daily lesson plan concurrent with different learning styles. Ability to communicate with parents, co-workers, medical staff through oral and written communication. Ability to accept direction, adhere to policies and procedures, work as a team player, and to react calmly and effectively in an emergency and stressful situation.
4. Safety Sensitive: YES
In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.
The Teacher is responsible for the care of the children, for keeping the classroom clean and in an orderly fashion. Evaluates the needs of the children and provides educational activities and theme units appropriately. Builds a rapport with the parent maintaining general information on each child and informs the parent of any needs and or accomplishments.
Candidates must be high school graduates with at least six months of relevant experience or equivalent credentials. Required certifications include CPR within three months of hire and ten hours of annual in-service training.
Market context
In Arkansas, classroom teacher openings often reflect steady demand in districts serving diverse student needs, especially when experience with at-risk children is preferred. These roles can be competitive because candidates are expected to balance classroom support, basic technology skills, and physical requirements, while also considering benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and continuing education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting if you meet the diploma, CDA preference, lifting, and Microsoft Office expectations.