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Forrest Burdette COM

Early Childhood Education, Teaching Assistant, childcare

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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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.

$35,401 / year median in West Virginia

+12% projected growth

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Overview
  • Over 18 years of age
  • Available until 6:00 p.m. Monday
  • Friday Possess the ability to work with coworkers to effectively engage in a classroom to promote positive behavior and implement preplanned developmentally appropriate learning opportunities
  • Have an active WVSTARS account, or be willing to obtain one and be responsible for taking required CEU's in the field
  • Willing to attend classes in Child Development as are appropriate to the position Duties
  • Work with co-workers to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
  • Foster social emotional, physical, and cognitive development by interacting and engaging in play-based learning opportunities
  • Maintain open and effective communication with coworkers, parents and guardians
  • Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies when closed down properly at the end of each day We offer competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits may include paid time off, professional development opportunities, and retirement planning. If you are passionate about working with young children in a Christian, positive, interactive and engaging environment, please submit your resume highlighting relevant early childcare education experience. Duties Support classroom management by encouraging positive behavior and addressing behavioral challenges through positive behavior management strategies. Provide direct care for toddlers and preschool children, ensuring their safety, welfare, by engaging and interacting during activities. Assist with classroom organization, including setting up learning stations and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to support child welfare and foster collaborative relationships. Help facilitate physical activities and promote healthy development through engaging with the children in physical education activities.
Pay:
From $11.50 per hour
Work Location:
In person