Teacher Assistant PRN – St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide care and educational services to children under the supervision and guidance of the lead teacher. This role involves preparing and implementing educational activities, supervising children during various activities, maintaining communication with parents, preparing classroom materials, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children. The position also requires administering medication when certified and documenting incidents accurately. The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development principles and the ability to assess and provide care based on age-specific needs.

Requirements

Knowledge generally acquired through school experiences.
Knowledge generally acquired through the completion of a high school education.
Incumbent must successfully meet the requirements indicated in the Code of Virginia and obtain and successfully complete background checks as required by the Code of Virginia.

Responsibilities

Prepares and implements educational activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
Supervises play activities, meals, and rest time of the children.
Maintains open communication with parents.
Prepares supplies and materials for classroom activities.
Performs functions to safeguard the children’s wellness and safety.
Reports accidents and accurately records an incident report.
Obtains certification to administer medication, administers medication and accurately documents the same.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the child served.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the children’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each child’s requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policies and procedures.