Teacher Assistant

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

Teacher Assistant (Full-Time) Job Description

The Learning Experience

Position Title: Teacher Assistant (Full-Time)

Position Summary:

The Teacher Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children. This role assists with implementing daily classroom activities, supervising children, maintaining classroom organization, and promoting each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.
• Support children with daily routines, including meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, and academic growth through positive interactions.
• Follow all state licensing regulations, health and safety procedures, and company policies.
• Help prepare classroom materials and learning centers.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Communicate classroom needs and concerns to the Lead Teacher and management team.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with young children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for early childhood education and child development.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements, including background checks and required certifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and actively engage with children throughout the day.
• Ability to respond quickly to children's needs and emergencies.

Benefits:

• Paid training and professional development
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment
• Employee childcare discounts (where applicable)
• Paid time off and holidays Sick and Vacation days
• Health Insurance, 401K, 401K matching

The Learning Experience is committed to providing a positive, engaging, and educational environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Teacher Assistants play a vital role in supporting our mission of making a difference in the lives of children and families every day.

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

The Learning Experience - Franklin Lakes

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE, we've created a full cast of characters that become our little learners' educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.