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Teacher Assistant
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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
Job Description
The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping create a caring, safe environment for the children and assisting with activities that improve overall care and the quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interests and progress and relays that information to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Also Hiring for Newton, Stanhope, Lake Hopatcong, and Hamburg locations. We are looking for someone who : High energy. Ability to work well with others. An understanding of child development. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. ( Will Train) Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.