Thompson Child & Family Focus·Charlotte, North Carolina
The Preschool Teacher Assistant provides high-quality daily care to children by implementing lesson plans and documenting progress. They also maintain a clean, safe classroom environment while collaborating with lead teachers and support staff.
Description Get to know Thompson!
Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.
What will you do as a Preschool Teacher Assistant?
A Preschool Teacher Assistant, at Thompson Child Development Center (TCDC), is responsible for providing high-quality daily care to children enrolled at the child development center, following the expectations and policies of Thompson, and adhering to the guidelines of Division of Child Development and Early Education. Care includes implementing daily lesson plans and documenting the child's progress, following center and classroom routines and working with a lead teacher, under the supervision of the director.
A typical day as a Preschool Teacher Assistant will include Implement daily lesson plans and document the child's progress.
Maintain the total quality of the classroom environment, focusing on cleanliness, order, state of repair, and the replenishment of supplies.
Provide direct service and supervision to children, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Establish appropriate and helpful relationships with other staff, mentors, family members, and support service providers.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops, and other career development and professional activities.
Understand the cultural diversity of children and team members to better serve families.
Perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, lifting, and moving items as required.
What does this position offer?
Starting Pay Range: $14-16.00 hourly
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age have at least six SCH of post-high school coursework in Early Childhood Education 2 years of early childhood teaching experience Associate’s degree in early childhood education preferred. Must have knowledge of regulations governed by DCDEE and Mecklenburg County Health Department standards All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required. Ability to work on an as needed/on call basis You’re the right fit for the Preschool Teacher Assistant position if… · You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents · You enjoy knowing you’re making an IMPACT on the lives of others · EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you
If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, don’t delay! Apply at thompsoncff.org where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities!
Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E-Verify
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Market context
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