Oklahoma Early Childhood - Teacher Assistant/Aide & Drivers

Kiddie Academy of Edmond - Edmond, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Edmond, OK

About the position

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. This role involves communication, teamwork, and the implementation of developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• Level 4 or higher on CECPD OK PD Ladder.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• An understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• All insurance
• Retirement
• Free school through Scholars of Excellence