Teacher Assistant

Description: The Magical Years Early Learning Center Inc.
is hiring Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-K Assistant Teachers to become part of our school family.
We are looking for candidates who SHINE above the rest, who are enthusiastic and passionate about providing quality education to young learners.
The ideal candidate should be organized, detail-oriented and patient.
They should also be able to establish a warm and nurturing relationship with children and families alike.
The successful candidate should also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as basic technology skills.
They must be able to multitask, prioritize tasks efficiently and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
Requirements: Essential Responsibilities: Create a safe and welcoming environment for children.
Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Assist with children’s daily needs such as feeding, changing and providing support as needed.
Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times with other educators.
Assist lead teacher in planning age-appropriate lesson plans for classroom in the areas of art, sensory, science, math, and literacy using the Frog Street Curriculum.
Help to create an environment that fosters learning through developmentally appropriate activities and guided play.
Determine what materials are needed for classroom success.
Use age-appropriate guidance and discipline techniques.
Effectively assist in communicating with families through daily interactions, conferences and our parent communication app Procare Assist the classroom Teacher in observations each child to help them improve their social and academic competencies and build self-esteem.
Collaborate and work effectively with The Magical Years School Family.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent The Magical Years assistant with getting assistants teacher certified through The Department of Early Education and Care.
0-1+ years’ experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age Complete CORI FA and CPR preferred but not required.
Training opportunities available.
Strong written oral communication skills Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others Ability to solve problems Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast pace environment Must have reliable transportation Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude Must be willing to be flexible and adaptable Physical Requirements The demands of this job require candidate to sit, stand, walk, bend, jump, reach and lift equipment and children up to 50 pounds.
This position often requires the candidate to be outdoors, to drive, to crawl, stoop balance, walk up and down stairs and run.
Benefits are offered to select employees based on participation requirements.