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After-School Teacher Assistant

Location: Pleasantville, NJ  |  Position Status: Per Diem/Pool  |  Position Shift: Varies
The after-school teacher assistant participates in learning activities with the children in a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes child learning, self-awareness and growing independence. Through the application of a consistent and positive approach, the after-school teacher assistant assists children in controlling behaviors and encourages the development of the appropriate social and interactive skills. Through collaboration with other members of the teaching team, the after-school teacher assistant works to achieve the program's educational objectives.

The after-school teacher assistant plays an active role in communicating with the teacher to provide information and to offer suggestions about the child's health, behavior and learning development. By maintaining effective communication with parents, the teacher aide provides a high level of customer service that supports program goals.

This position assists with the food program, to include food preparation, food distribution and recordkeeping.

Substitute teacher assistants who assume this role support the learning program and meet the established objectives for the delivery programs in a supportive and nurturing environment.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED required or high school senior, if at least 18 years of age. The ability to read, write and understand English is required.
  • EXPERIENCE: Some child development courses or work experience within a child care setting preferred. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required, as well as the ability to work collaboratively as a member of the teaching team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Potential exposure to body fluids, bloodborne pathogens and contagious childhood diseases within the Child Care Center. This position requires standing, sitting on floor, crouching, kneeling, running and walking a majority of the time and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
This position reports to the assistant director or director.
AtlantiCare is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
Alyssa Kurz
Talent Acquisition Partner
Applicants only. We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from recruiters/search firms.

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