Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant - Verner East

ABOUT VERNER

For over 20 years, Verner Center for Early Learning has been a leader in more ways than one: our commitment to developing the youngest among us, our thorough support for families and communities, and our investment in the development of educators. Verner’s centers provide a supportive, inclusive work environment, with a strong emphasis on one-on-one mentorship. Verner staff are expected to foster the inclusive, play-based, interactive and reflective learning atmosphere that families have come to expect of us. Ideal applicants are open-minded and willing to grow and learn about innovative child development and family engagement best practices. Our unique benefits package includes tuition assistance, paid training, and comprehensive mental health support. All Verner educators are also entitled to freshly prepared and complimentary breakfasts, lunches, and snacks, courtesy of our Rainbow in My Tummy nutrition program.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Teacher Assistant will provide children with varied learning experiences that will support their development socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally using age and developmentally appropriate techniques. The Teacher Assistants will work in conjunction with the Lead Teacher in a classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help prepare classroom materials to support lesson plans; and to change and create learning centers as needed.
• Provide coverage for breaks, planning time, flex time, and when the classroom teachers are absent.
• Use developmentally appropriate practices to support one on one, small and large group activities as needed.
• Perform daily housekeeping, cleaning, and keep the room organized.
• Educating and supporting parents as necessary.
• Participate in providing safe and appropriate outdoor activities for children on a daily basis.
• Work with the Lead Teacher and appropriate specialists to address the special needs of children.
• Assist in implementing lesson plans under teachers’ guidance.
• The teacher will approach issues and problems professionally and self-reflectively, work cooperatively with colleagues, attend staff meetings, and engage in ongoing staff development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. required
• Completion of Child Care Credentials within a year of hire
• CDA or Associate's in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Two years of related experience preferred working with children, birth to kindergarten
• Current CRC letter of Qualification from DCDEE is preferred
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, especially good listening skills
• Physically able to lift at least 30 lbs., kneel, stoop, bend and sit on the floor to attend the children's needs
• Bilingual is a plus

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

• Freshly prepared breakfast and lunch daily, plus snacks, free of cost
• Access to industry-leading one-on-one mentorship
• Tuition assistance for ongoing career development
• State of the art learning environment providing the highest quality early care
• Paid continuing education & training opportunities
• Supplement bonus through WAGES and AWARDS (education requirements)
• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance after 90 days of employment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long term disability
• Matching 403(b) retirement plan
• 5 1/2 weeks paid time off your first year (this includes PTO and Holidays)

Verner Center for Early Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All Verner centers embrace DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) as organizing principles to foster safe and inclusive workplaces.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please provide three professional references. Your references should include two previous supervisors.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Qualifying letter from DCDEE (Preferred)

Work Location: In person