Teacher Assistant - St. Francis Medical Center

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Teacher Assistant supports classroom teachers in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children. This roleassistswith the supervision and care of children, helps prepare classroom materials and activities, and supports daily classroom routines. The Teacher Assistant works under the guidance of classroom teachers and center leadership to help promote children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth whilemaintainingcompliance with all licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Assistteachers in implementing age-appropriate classroom activities and learning experiences that support children’s development.

• Supervise children during daily routines including playtime, meals, activities, and rest periods to ensure safety and well-being.

• Help prepare classroom materials, supplies, and learning environments for daily activities.

• Support classroom teachers inmaintainingrequired staff-to-child ratios and safe supervision practices.

• Assistwithmaintaininga clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.

• Maintain open and respectful communication with parents, staff, and center leadership asappropriate

• Support children’s health and safety by following center policies, reporting incidents, andassistingwith documentation when needed.

• Assistwithmaintainingclassroom records and supporting daily reports asrequired

Licensing/Certification

First Aid and CPR certification in adult andpediatrics(requiredwithin state specific timeline)

Education

High School diploma or GED (required)

Coursework in EarlyChildhood Education or similar field (preferred)

Work Experience

Previousexperience in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Must successfully meetall staterequirements and successfullyobtain andcomplete required background screening forchild careassociations.

Training

None

Skills

• Basic knowledge of child development and age-appropriate learning activities

• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and classroom staff

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills

• Ability to supervise and interact positively with children

• Organizational skills and ability toassistwith classroom preparation and routines

• Ability to follow policies and procedures related to child safety and licensing requirements

• Customer service skills when interacting with families

Range:

Minimum: $16.32

Maximum: $23.15