Day Care Teacher Assistant-Child Care Center

UnityPoint Health • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The position involves providing childcare services that meet the developmental needs of each child. The teacher assistant will follow the daily lesson plans and routines established by the teacher and work effectively with other team members. Adherence to hospital, department, and Department of Human Services policies and procedures is essential. Successful performance contributes to a positive work environment for UnityPoint Health employees.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Child Development Associate certificate (CDA) or equivalent college course work required.
• Prefer previous experience in early childhood program.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• Must pass and/or complete Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting training, adult and infant/child CPR/first aid training, universal precautions and infection disease control, and minimal staff training requirements annually as required by the Iowa Department of Human Services.

Nice To Haves

• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skill – written and verbal
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Professionalism

Responsibilities

• Implements plans and age/developmentally appropriate programs for assigned group of children.
• Interact appropriately and positively with children, participating in and encouraging children’s play.
• Attend to personal and physical needs of children.
• Assist teachers with record keeping and room visuals.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, child-oriented, safe environment.
• Communicates children’s day to parents/guardians by written and verbal methods.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED