Assistant Teacher

Ocean County Shared Services
Toms River, NJ

Summary

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, t he Teacher Assistant observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to;
·Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
·Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
·Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
·Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
·Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
·Follow all center policies and state regulations.
·Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

·Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
·High energy.
·Ability to work well with others.
·Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
·An understanding of child development.
·Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
·Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
·Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Benefits

Benefits and pay discussed during interview process
Posted 2026-04-15

Recommended Jobs

Production Coordinator

Mangrum Career Solutions LLC
Rutherford, NJ

We are looking for a  Production Coordinator . Our client is in the home soft goods business, but they would be open to a person with any kind of textile, soft goods or apparel experience. This pers…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-02

Switchboard Engineer

Raycap Inc
Kearny, NJ

Job Description Job Description Job Summary The Switchboard Engineer I is responsible for Designing Low Voltage Switchboards and Panelboards. This role requires great attention to detail and a…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-02

Medical Assistant (Surgery) - Livingston, NJ

94 Old Short Hills Road
Livingston, NJ

Job Title: Medical Assistant Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr Department Name: Department of Surgery Req #: 0000243209 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $22.95 - $29.32 pe…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-07

2nd Shift Processing Operator

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Inc
Elmwood Park, NJ

Job Description Job Description Position Description: Dr. Praegers was founded in 1994 with the mission to bring delicious frozen food to everyone. Its not every day that two heart surgeons get i…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-08

Drum Instructor

AJS Studio
Chatham, NJ

The AJS Studio, located at 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 07928, is looking to hire a drum instructor to conduct in person classes on site. The position is open from April 2026. Compensation is: $5…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-29

Integrated Employment Counselor

JVS of MetroWest
Montclair, NJ

Title: Integrated Employment Counselor  Reports to: Director of Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)  Salary: $50,000  Employment Status: Full-time, non-exempt  The Role   Under the dire…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-09

X-Ray Tech

Comprehensive Orthopaedics
Union, NJ

Looking for Licensed X-Ray Technician for our Main office in Union along with our remote office in Edison, two mornings a week. We have Digital X-ray system.  We would need the candidate to be w…

View Details
Posted 2025-11-10

HR Specialist- Randolph, NJ

LHH US
Mine Hill, NJ

Job Description Job Description HR Specialist Location: Hopatcong, NJ Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: $24-$27/hour Job Summary We are seeking an HR…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-19

Seasonal Director - Counselor Training Program

YMCA of the Pines
Medford, NJ

Overview: The Counselor in Training Director is responsible for planning and implementing the Counselor in Training program at the YMCA of the Pines. The CIT Director educate s our young teen…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-23

Classroom Floater

Smart Start Academy
Jersey City, NJ

Company Overview:   Smart Start Academy is dedicated to bringing the best environment for learning and creativity to each student. Our full-day programs have a curriculum that works to meet …

View Details
Posted 2026-01-22