Preschool Teacher Assistant TA
About The Position
Little Lukes' mission is to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary care and education to children in our community. We are on the lookout for Assistant Teachers to support our daycare classrooms. In this role, you will work with our phenomenal team of Certified Lead Teachers and Special Education Teachers to support the children in our care. You will thrive in the role of an Assistant Preschool Teacher at Little Lukes if you have a passion for our mission to offer the best care and education for local children and their families. Expertise in delivering care for the educational, developmental, and social emotional growth of the children in your charge. A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus. The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children in their Early Childhood years. Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
Requirements
- A passion for our mission to offer the best care and education for local children and their families.
- Expertise in delivering care for the educational, developmental, and social emotional growth of the children in your charge.
- A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.
- The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children in their Early Childhood years.
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
Nice To Haves
- An active NYS Teacher Assistant certification. We will pay for your certification!
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional care and instruction
- Support the development and education of preschool children, ages 3 to 5 years, within our Inclusive classrooms alongside a Lead Teacher and Special Education Teacher.
- Assists in teaching developmentally appropriate academic and social skills to prepare children for kindergarten through strong, language-based, whole group, small group, and one-on-one interactions.
- Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
- Implement effective classroom management.
- Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Industry-leading salaries
- Company Paid TA Certification
- Student Loan forgiveness participation
- Paid training
- Paid time off (PTO) that increases with longevity
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401K retirement plan with matching
- Employee childcare discount
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Amazing team-oriented environment
- Professional mentoring program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
