Teacher Assistant

Looking for a new adventure in Early childhood education? Have experience in childcare? If you answer yes, then the Teacher Assistant position at The Discovery Tree Academy is right for you!

We seek energetic, nurturing, loving Teacher Assistants for our infant classrooms. You will instruct children in activities designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

The Discovery Tree Academy expects our teachers to work as a team to make our school a great place to grow and learn.

Our mission is to encourage the “why” in children. Teachers at our school are caring and creative. Our classrooms are warm, welcoming, safe, and fun learning places.

San Pablo: INFANT TEACHER ASSISTANT

Teacher Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with activities and instruction.
• Maintain records of student progress and needs.
• Help keep learning areas tidy and safe.
• Engage and encourage students to use their language skills; develop social skills and manners.
• Support and engage with children during their playtime and physical activities.
• Supervise students in class during transitions, lunch, and play periods.
• Ensure space and shared toys are clean, sanitized, and orderly.
• Perform opening or closing classroom routines.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience working with young children
• 45 hours of DCF training preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with young children, preferably elementary-aged children
• A passion for early childhood education and helping children grow in positive ways
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits:

• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Competitive hourly rates.
• A.P.P.L.E. required low student/teacher ratios
• Flexible work schedule
• Relevant professional training
• Unique experiences and opportunities for advancement
• Fun, warm, and creative school environment.

Hours:8hr shift Monday-Friday. Full Time. Hours can be flexible.

Hours of Operation:6:30am-6:30pm

Location:San Pablo

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32224: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)