Virtua Health·Franklin Township, New Jersey
The teacher assistant supports classroom teachers by preparing materials, maintaining the classroom environment, and supervising children during daily activities. They also play an integral role in the Child Development Center team by ensuring the growth and development of children while providing a safe environment.
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Assists the teacher with the preparation of materials and upkeep of the classroom, daily activities, supervision of children, daily growth and development of the children and center-closing activities each evening.
Integral part of Child Development Center (CDC) team which supports Virtua employees by caring for their dependents, enabling them to have peace of mind in their day to day duties.
Two or more years of formal experience in child care setting is preferred.
The ideal candidate is optimistic and displays a can-do attitude and is a team player.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the ability to establish effective relationships with parents, children and co-workers, maintain high teaching standards and believe that the care they provide is invaluable.
High school diploma is required.
Currently enrolled or willing to complete ECE units at a local college within one year of employment required.
Meets minimum preparation and experience required by state licensing for fully qualified Teacher Assistant and maintains credentials for the position.
$18.36 - $23.60 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and are required to be enrolled in or willing to complete Early Childhood Education (ECE) units within one year. Two or more years of formal experience in a child care setting is preferred.
Market context
Teacher assistant roles in child development centers in New Jersey are often in steady demand because programs need reliable support staff for daily classroom routines, supervision, and age-appropriate care. This role can be competitive when candidates already have formal child care experience and are willing to complete ECE units within the first year; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing the original posting. If you are considering applying, confirm your schedule fits part-time hours and be ready to show experience with young children and teamwork.