Teacher Assistant - Full Time

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Department

EMPLOYEE CHILD CARE CENTER - 108383

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Pay Range

$17.00 - $20.40

Job Description

An Assistant Teacher works with the supervising teacher to provide direct care and meet the needs of the children enrolled at the Child Care Center. This position helps maintain a safe and sanitary environment, as well as shares ideas and assists in providing a stimulating atmosphere to support the ongoing development of the children. This role helps the program maintain all operational codes and meet licensing requirements.

Requirements

Assistants shall be 16 years of age or older.

An assistant under the age of 18 years of age shall always work under the direct supervision of the provider or substitute provider. Direct supervision means being able to hear or see the assistant and children at all times.

An assistant 18 years of age or older shall not be left alone with children in care for more than two hours per day.

An assistant 18 years of age or older who is left alone with children in care shall have: Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care, from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council, or current CPR certification issued within the past two years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department; and Current certification in first aid from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council, or current first aid certification issued within the past three years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. EXCEPTION: An assistant who is a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse with a current license from the Board of Nursing shall not be required to obtain first aid certification.

An assistant 18 years of age or older who meets the requirements for a substitute provider may act as the substitute provider when the provider is absent from the home for more than two hours.
Sworn Statement or Affirmation for Child Care Program required. Additional Child Abuse Registry background check required for individuals residing outside State of Virginia in the past five years based on previous state of residency.

Education

Education in the field of early childhood education is preferred.

Experience

Experience in the field of early childhood education is preferred.

Qualifications

Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age
A qualified applicant shall be able to perform all duties outlined in the job description, and meet or exceed the minimum standards required in the licensing regulations set forth for licensed childcare centers.

Physical Demands

FLSA Classification

Non-Exem

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.