Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

Pay Rate $17.75 -$18.82 / hourly

People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

The Early Childhood Education Division is looking for a motivated Preschool Teacher Assistant to assist with planning and implementing program goals and activities for preschool age children by creating a safe and nurturing environment. The Teacher Assistant works under the director of the classroom teacher/lead teacher to assist children in daily living activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform daily living activities such as feeding, diapering, and washing.
• Assist in maintaining a healthy, safe environment.
• Participate in planning child activities including preparing materials, equipment and food.
• Maintain pertinent records such as daily charts as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge in field through appropriate educational activities.
• Perform support duties as requested by the teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and Agency required trainings

Qualification:

• Knowledge obtained through attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent or meeting EEC standards.
• Ability to interact appropriately with children, clients and staff.
• A qualifying criminal background checks.
• Driver's license preferred but not required

Why join our Team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated, you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

Available Benefits:

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center on Site
• Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
• Free Financial Planning/Analysis
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Professional Developmental:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

What do I need to join the team?

People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b),FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.org

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