The Teacher Assistant will work with a team of teachers, assistant teachers, teacher aides and volunteers to foster a safe and nurturing learning environment for children ages 0-5. + Demonstrates ability to support a Lead in the management and supervision of a classroom environment. + Support a Lead Teacher in the creation and implementation of a stimulating and age-appropriate curriculum for children. + Supervises and guides children in safe play both indoors and outdoors. + Maintains a clean environment and ensures all surfaces and toys are disinfected. + Assist children with feeding, toileting, proper diaper changing requirements and personal care as appropriate. Minimum Education: + + Required: + High School Diploma or Equivalent + Preferred: + Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Minimum Years of Experience: + + Required: + Maintains the annual continuing education hour requirements in the designated fields of study as mandated by the Division of Children & Families' Office of Licensing. + Preferred: + 1 - 3 years in an Early Childhood Care Center environment License, Registry or Certification: + + Required: + Maintains Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification, Obtains CARI & CHRI clearance Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities : + + Required: + + + Ability to support a Lead Teacher in the development and implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans based on monthly thematic units. + Ability to supervise and manage groups of children insuring their health and safety. + Preferred: + Understanding of a child care setting and the potential risks that arise