2025-2026 – Early Childhood – Teacher Assistant Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

2025-2026

• Early Childhood
• Teacher Assistant Isidore Newman School
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New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$24.6K

• $30.

2K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Mid-level 2 years Teaching Full Job Description Green Trees is the early childhood division within Isidore Newman School. The school offers full-day and half-day programs for children ages six weeks to four-years-old from August through May, with summer camp options available in June and July. We strive to develop children’s ability to think critically and creatively in a safe, stimulating, and rigorous learning environment. A Green Trees education fosters both cognitive and social-emotional learning that is developmentally appropriate for the child.

The important qualifications include:

2+ years teaching experience in a highly rated early childhood education program A reflective practice, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning Ability to facilitate learning and maintain a developmentally appropriate and cognitively engaging classroom environment Commitment to learn and use technology for teamwork and communicating with colleagues and families The significant responsibilities include: Professional Responsibilities Conduct self in a professional manner as a representative of Green Trees and Newman Maintain a safe environment and adhere to state licensing guidelines Adhere to the expectations and routines of daily life at Green Trees Attend and actively participate in school-wide and divisional meetings Engage in a variety of professional development opportunities both required and self-initiated Classroom Responsibilities Ensure that children are safe, well cared for, and supported in their growth Engage and be fully present with children throughout the day Work with team to design and facilitate an enriching classroom environment that is age appropriate, inclusive, beautiful, inspiring, and reflects the work of the child Support with establishing and leading a flow of the day embedded with routines and rituals that build classroom community throughout the school day and extended care Reflect on written observations and documentation to collaboratively plan an intentional and meaningful classroom curriculum centered around the interests and developmental needs of the class Assist with conducting informal assessments to inform curriculum planning, student support, narratives, conferences and family communications Establish and maintain strong relationships with families in order to enrich the learning and development of their children Assistant Responsibilities Learn and use best practices that exemplify the philosophy of Green Trees Maintain respectful and productive relationships with teammates by utilizing clear and effective communication Set and work towards goals with the support of the Mentor teacher Lead Later Gators, extended care program Community Engagement (primarily outside of the classroom) Create opportunities for learning by seeking out and utilizing partnerships with families and resources from community at large Collaborate with colleagues to support one another, spur new ideas, and foster experiences Lean into civil discourse by engaging in dialogue that demonstrates awareness of intent and impact Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, updated resume and names of three professional references.