Teaching Assistant (College) jobs in Lincoln, NE

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, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Various shift hours- center opens at 5am and closes at 6:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula 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.
• Consistency, punctual & maintain dress code.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• 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.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $10.50 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $10.50 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Island, NE 68803: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $10.50 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person