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Kangaroo Kids Child Care and Learning Center
Assistant Teacher for Infants and Toddlers
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and passionate AssistantTeacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development in a positive and engaging environment, while ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere. Applicant must be positive, with a gentle nature who enjoys working with young children, in addition to being a team player and supportive with children and families. Duties Foster a positive learning environment for infants and toddlers Engage children in activities that promote literacy education, math skills, and creative expression. Monitor and assess each child's progress, adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs. Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support children's development and address any concerns. Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment conducive to learning. Provide care for infants and toddlers, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. Skills Strong background in early childhood education and childhood development principles. Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff. Ability to manage a classroom effectively while fostering a nurturing environment. Experience working with children in daycare settings or private schools is preferred. Familiarity with behavior management techniques and strategies for working with diverse learners. We invite enthusiastic individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$15.92 - $17.00 per hourBenefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$37,190 / year median in New Jersey
+10% projected growth