Teacher Assistant II

Spin•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Come Join Us at SPIN as A Teacher’s Assistant in our Children Services Department SPIN is offering a Recruitment bonus for all new hires of $750.00 pro rated based on a 40-hour week. This will be paid out after successful completion of your probationary period. For The Last 50 Years, We Have Been a Local Leader in the Support of Children and Adults. We Were Named Top Workplace for 11 Consecutive Years. SPIN’s Early Childhood Program is rated Keystone Star 4 Status which is the highest level of achievement for early learning programs in Pennsylvania. more about us Learn About Us By Visiting www.spininc.org

Requirements

High School diploma/GED
Child Development Associate or 9 Early Childhood Education credits
Experience working with young children.
Clear, pleasant and courteous communicator, both written and oral
Ability to work independently as well as be an effective multi-disciplinary team member

Responsibilities

Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times
Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., diapering/restroom use, feeding, dressing)
Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschoolers
Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children
Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children
Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management
Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times