<span>Preschool &amp; Daycare Teacher Assistant - Full Time</span>

New Horizon Little Learners • Tempe, AZ

395d • $30,160 - $31,200

About The Position

The Preschool & Daycare Teacher Assistant at New Horizon Little Learners plays a vital role in supporting the education and care of young children. This position emphasizes the importance of children's physical, mental, and emotional development through creative and engaging learning methods. The assistant will work closely with teachers to implement lesson plans and ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all children.

Requirements

• Passionate about education and willingness to learn
• Must be at least 16 years old
• High school diploma/GED or in the process of obtaining
• Unrestricted Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (prior to starting)
• CPR and First Aid Certification, preferred
• Food Handler card, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the care and education of the children enrolled in the class
• Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class in all areas of the facility
• Assist with maintaining/updating student feed/activities in the LL communication program (Brightwheel)
• Follow weekly lesson plans and goals outlined by the teacher
• Be a team player and interact positively with peers
• Maintain compliance with all state licensing regulations
• Assist in educating children about fundamental concepts, such as colors, letters, numbers, and shapes
• Engage in creative methods of learning, such as arts and crafts, supervised play, and storytelling
• Assist in instilling a sense of order and discipline in the classroom
• Supervise free time on the playground and in the classroom at all times
• Ensure the classroom is a clean, safe, and organized environment
• Assist with opening and closing duties
• Assist with any classroom/age group when needed
• Assist with food distribution and clean-up
• Engage with children in age-appropriate activities
• Foster a positive and healthy learning environment
• Report issues/concerns/incidents to supervisor per LL expectations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Free medical insurance for employees
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Free gym access to EOS Fitness
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED