Early Childhood DC - Assistant Teacher one year old room

Tiny Treasures Nursery School
Spring Lake, NJ

Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher 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. The assistant teacher 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 assistant teacher observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. The assistant teacher assists the lead teacher in daily activities and engages directly with the children by providing one on one and/or small group care and support to meet their physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs.

Duties

  • Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, 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.
  • Able to change diapers.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

  • A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Benefits

  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee childcare discounts
Posted 2025-10-17

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