Teacher Assistant — Early Childhood

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant — Early Childhood role is onsite in Shawnee, OK. Compensation is not specified. The position supports children in an Early Childhood classroom and partners with the classroom teacher. The role helps provide a safe, supervised learning environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. It contributes to classroom activities and family communication while maintaining confidentiality and child safety.

What you'll do

• Support planning, supervision, and implementation of classroom experiences
• establish a Creative Curriculum environment using child-directed play
• maintain safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning spaces
• collaborate with the classroom teacher
• report suspected child abuse or neglect as required
• maintain confidentiality regarding families and coworkers
• adapt activities to children’s individual needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

early childhood

shawnee ok

iowa tribe of oklahoma

child development

classroom support

creative curriculum

child-directed play

family communication

cda

cpr and first aid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma and CDA; an associate degree in early childhood education is preferred. CPR, First Aid, and AED certification must be obtained within six months of employment.

About the employer

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.