Teacher's Assistant

Responsibilities:
- Assist the lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum for preschool and toddler care programs
- Provide support and supervision to children during daily activities and routines
- Assist with behavior management strategies and techniques for working with children with autism or other special needs
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for children with special needs
- Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment
- Assist with the preparation of materials and resources for daily lessons and activities
- Monitor and document children's progress, behaviors, and achievements
- Communicate effectively with parents and families regarding their child's development and daily activities

Skills:
- Experience working in a preschool or daycare setting
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques for working with children with autism or other special needs
- Familiarity with curriculum development and implementation
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and understanding when working with young children
- Organizational skills to assist with lesson planning and classroom management

Credentials

- 40-hour training via DCF
- Clean Background Check

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school

Ability to Commute:

• Lake City, FL 32025 (Required)

Work Location: In person