Teacher Assistant, Child Development Center, Per Diem, Voorhees

Virtua Memorial Hospital • Voorhees, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant supports the Child Development Center by helping prepare materials, maintaining the classroom, participating in daily activities, supervising children, supporting their growth and development, and completing center-closing activities. This role is an integral part of the CDC team, which cares for Virtua employees’ dependents so employees can focus on their daily duties.

The position is per diem and on-site in Voorhees. The schedule is at least three days per week, including Thursday and Friday plus one additional day. Available shifts are 12:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; additional hours may be available if desired.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Currently enrolled in, or willing to complete, ECE units at a local college within one year of employment.
• Meet the minimum preparation and experience required by state licensing for a fully qualified Teacher Assistant and maintain the credentials required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of formal experience in a child care setting is preferred.
• Optimistic, can-do attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with parents, children, and coworkers.
• Ability to maintain high teaching standards and value the care provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children indoors and outdoors, using positive discipline techniques in accordance with NAEYC standards.
• Participate in developmentally appropriate activities with children.
• Apply knowledge of the growth and development of the assigned age group through appropriate language, activities, and approaches consistent with NAEYC standards.
• Maintain open, positive, and effective communication with the classroom teacher, administration, staff, parents, and Virtua clientele while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with cleanliness and upkeep of the classroom, playground, and center.
• Assist with preparing and following through on materials for age-appropriate activities emphasizing hands-on learning.
• Assist with center-closing activities each evening.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) plan (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• Short-term disability
• Optional long-term disability
• Colleague and dependent life insurance
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program, including free counseling sessions

What This Job Offers

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