Kindergarten teacher assistant job description
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Kindergarten teacher assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in kindergarten teacher assistant job postings.
Sample kindergarten teacher assistant requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
- Previous experience working with children aged 3-5 years old.
- Knowledge of early childhood development and teaching methodologies.
- Ability to develop lesson plans and implement activities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
Sample required kindergarten teacher assistant soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and understanding of children's needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations and needs.
- Passion for teaching and nurturing children.
Kindergarten teacher assistant job description example 1
Carrollwood Day School kindergarten teacher assistant job description
*Kindergarten Teaching Assistant*
Carrollwood Day School has an immediate opening for an emerging educator to join our Lower School/Early Childhood team as a Kindergarten Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, understands how they learn, and is dedicated to creating a nurturing learning atmosphere for every student. The Teaching Assistant position is intended to be an opportunity for an individual new to the teaching profession to gain experience with CDS, students, curriculum and teaching environment to prepare for a lead teaching role in the future.
Carrollwood Day School is a private independent International Baccalaureate World School offering a college preparatory curriculum for students from age two through 12th grade with an emphasis on character education. Our vision is to build a community prepared and inspired to better the world. Our mission is to cultivate principled entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society by enriching the mind, strengthening the character, and inspiring the passions of our community.
*Essential Functions and Responsibilities: *
* Assist in implementing lesson plans based on CDS philosophy and curriculum and the specific needs of each child
* Collaborate with lead teachers to monitor the development of each child
* Work with children, individually and in groups, to promote their learning and development
* When needed, communicate with parents to keep them informed about their child's development and any changes to the regular day-to-day schedule
* Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing materials with students, pre-teaching and re-teaching as needed
* Help teachers with administrative work such as tracking attendance
* Assist in preparing lessons by getting materials ready or setting up equipment
* Supervise students in a variety of settings to ensure safety and well-being
* Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers
* Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional trainings and activities
* Participate in the life of the school through various student and parent activities, including Parent-Teacher Organization, student clubs and after-school activities
* Be a team player; cheerfully participate in and/or assist with other duties and routines regularly part of a school environment
* Meet regular and timely attendance requirements, including occasional evening and other required events
* Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
*Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes: *
* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education
* Must demonstrate a nurturing teaching style
* Possess an understanding of the academic, social, and emotional development of young children
* Strong understanding and utilization of appropriate customer service skills within an independent school environment
* A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity, both in and outside of the classroom
* Ability, willingness, and judgment to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with all constituents in a school environment
* Enthusiasm and commitment to the vision, mission, and philosophy of the School
CDS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits package, generous paid time off, immediate 5% 401K match, and tuition remission.
Daily rate is calculated by the number of required work days in a school year. Total salary for the full school year is $30K, actual salary will be determined by the number of remaining required days upon date of hire, and will be paid out in monthly installments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $163.00 per day
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Education:
* Associate (Required)
Experience:
* childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
Carrollwood Day School has an immediate opening for an emerging educator to join our Lower School/Early Childhood team as a Kindergarten Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, understands how they learn, and is dedicated to creating a nurturing learning atmosphere for every student. The Teaching Assistant position is intended to be an opportunity for an individual new to the teaching profession to gain experience with CDS, students, curriculum and teaching environment to prepare for a lead teaching role in the future.
Carrollwood Day School is a private independent International Baccalaureate World School offering a college preparatory curriculum for students from age two through 12th grade with an emphasis on character education. Our vision is to build a community prepared and inspired to better the world. Our mission is to cultivate principled entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society by enriching the mind, strengthening the character, and inspiring the passions of our community.
*Essential Functions and Responsibilities: *
* Assist in implementing lesson plans based on CDS philosophy and curriculum and the specific needs of each child
* Collaborate with lead teachers to monitor the development of each child
* Work with children, individually and in groups, to promote their learning and development
* When needed, communicate with parents to keep them informed about their child's development and any changes to the regular day-to-day schedule
* Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing materials with students, pre-teaching and re-teaching as needed
* Help teachers with administrative work such as tracking attendance
* Assist in preparing lessons by getting materials ready or setting up equipment
* Supervise students in a variety of settings to ensure safety and well-being
* Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers
* Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional trainings and activities
* Participate in the life of the school through various student and parent activities, including Parent-Teacher Organization, student clubs and after-school activities
* Be a team player; cheerfully participate in and/or assist with other duties and routines regularly part of a school environment
* Meet regular and timely attendance requirements, including occasional evening and other required events
* Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
*Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes: *
* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education
* Must demonstrate a nurturing teaching style
* Possess an understanding of the academic, social, and emotional development of young children
* Strong understanding and utilization of appropriate customer service skills within an independent school environment
* A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity, both in and outside of the classroom
* Ability, willingness, and judgment to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with all constituents in a school environment
* Enthusiasm and commitment to the vision, mission, and philosophy of the School
CDS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits package, generous paid time off, immediate 5% 401K match, and tuition remission.
Daily rate is calculated by the number of required work days in a school year. Total salary for the full school year is $30K, actual salary will be determined by the number of remaining required days upon date of hire, and will be paid out in monthly installments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $163.00 per day
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Education:
* Associate (Required)
Experience:
* childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024