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.
Assistant Infant Teacher Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center ? King David Campus | 27100 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH 44122 Are you passionate about nurturing infants during their earliest stages of development? Do you enjoy creating meaningful connections with children and families while working in a supportive team environment? Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Assistant Infant Teacher to join our exceptional team! What You'll Do As an Assistant Infant Teacher, you will work alongside the Lead Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where infants can grow, explore, and thrive.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting with the daily care and supervision of infants Supporting the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities Encouraging children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development Monitoring and documenting children's progress and needs Building positive relationships with families through daily communication Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment Following all center policies, procedures, and licensing requirements Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's Degree, Associate Degree, CDA, or CPL Level 3 in Early Childhood Education or a related field Knowledge of child development and best practices in infant care Current or willingness to obtain required ODJFS certifications: CPR First Aid Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention Communicable Disease Training Ability to complete 30 hours of approved Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) training every two years Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills A genuine passion for working with young children Program Standards Our teachers follow and support: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Licensing Regulations Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) 5-Star Standards Healthy Ohio Initiatives Teaching Strategies
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Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Benefits We value our employees and offer an outstanding benefits package, including: ✅ Competitive Pay ✅ Flexible Scheduling ✅ Paid Time Off (PTO) ✅ Paid Holidays ✅ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance ✅ Prescription Drug Coverage ✅ Life Insurance ✅ Long-Term Disability Coverage (Employer Paid) ✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA) ✅ Dependent Care Reimbursement Account ✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan ✅ Opportunities for Advancement and Internal Transfers ✅ On-Site Child Care Center ✅ Free Parking ✅ Employee Discounts Schedule Full-Time Position Monday through Friday No Weekends About Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is committed to providing exceptional early childhood education through hands-on, play-based learning experiences. Our highly qualified teachers create rich learning environments that encourage exploration, curiosity, creativity, and growth while meeting each child's individual needs. About King David King David is recognized for providing high-quality care and services through a culture built on: Excellence Compassion Integrity Service Stewardship We are dedicated to empowering our team members while creating a positive, supportive workplace where employees can grow professionally and make a meaningful difference every day. Join our team and help shape the future, one child at a time! Apply today! Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center and King David are proud to be a tobacco-free campus and equal opportunity employer. #IND123
