Teacher Assistant - Roper Learning Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Assistant Teacher - Child Day Care Facility - Roper Learning Center - Located in Charleston, SC (West Ashley area)

Shift: Day shift 8:15am-5:00pm

Job Summary:
The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting in the care, education and development of infants and children, both in a group situation and on an individual basis. Assists the Lead Teacher in providing a comprehensive, educationally sound program for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Graduate or GED required.

Experience:

• Six months experience in a child-care center preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• DSS regulations requires that CPR and First Aid certification by the National Safety Council be successfully completed within 90 days of employment.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Communicates effectively with infants, children and adults; strong oral and written skills

Other:

• Requires a mature individual who can work independently.

Contacts:

• Constant interaction with employees, parents and general public. On-going contact with other early childhood professionals and students.

Work Demands/Environment:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, and sitting on the floor. Frequent lifting/moving children, equipment etc. Pushing, pulling, lifting, moving or carrying up to 50 lbs without restrictions. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Possible exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a childcare environment. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Must be able to withstand outdoor temperatures in all seasons of the year. Must be able to move quickly to assist and interact with children. Must be compassionate and understand the needs of the children. Must be able to respond quickly, calmly and effectively in a crisis. Moderate noise level in work area. May be required to work flexible hours based on the needs of the department.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. 

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com.