After School Teacher Assistant - POOL at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center – Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The After School Teacher Assistant participates in learning activities with the children in a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes child learning, self awareness and growing independence. Through the application of a consistent and positive approach, the After School Teacher Assistant assists children in controlling behaviors and encourages the development of the appropriate social and interactive skills. Through collaboration with other members of the teaching team, the After School Teacher Assistant works to achieve the program's educational objectives.

The After School Teacher Assistant plays an active role in communicating with the teacher to provide information and to offer suggestions about the child's health, behavior and learning development. By maintaining effective communication with parents, the Teacher Aide provides a high level of customer service that support program goals.

This position assists with the food program, to include food preparation, food distribution and record keeping.

Substitute Teacher Assistants, who assume this role support the learning program and meet the established objectives for the delivery programs in a supportive and nurturing environment.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED required or High School senior if at least 18 years of age. The ability to read, write and understand English is required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: American Heart Association BLS and HSFA (Heart Saver First Aid) required within 90 days of hire or transfer.

EXPERIENCE: Some child development courses or prior work experiences within a child care setting preferred. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required, as well as the ability to work collaboratively as a member of the teaching team.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The Teacher Assistant consistently exhibits the technical and behavioral competencies, as established for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential exposure to body fluids, blood borne pathogens and contagious childhood diseases within Child Care Center. This position requires standing, sitting on floor, crouching, kneeling, running, and walking a majority of the time and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to the Assistant Director or Director.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.
Job Category
Early Childhood Education

Hours Per Week
0.01

Weekends Required?
No

Holidays Required?
No

Shift
Days

Posititon Status
Per Diem/Pool
Job Details

Pay Range
$16 - $19.74

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