Teacher Assistant

What is this job? 

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting the lead teacher and classroom team, the day-to-day management of the classroom, ensuring the health and safety of all children at all times and providing engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.

New name, same enduring commitment.

This year, we are celebrating 150 years of serving children and families through our work to enrich communities, one family at a time. As we reflected on our history and contemplated our bright future, one thing become clear: the name “Board of Child Care” no longer represented the vast array of services we offer. We are thrilled to share that our name has changed to Everstand!  Our holistic range of residential, mental and behavioral health support, trauma recovery, case management, and educational services will continue to grow and expand. Learn more about our rebrand at everstand.org. 

What does this job do specifically?

• Interact with students in a developmental appropriate manner.


• Accompany students to and from destinations.


• Provide support to the instructional program, field trips, and student activities.


• Provide direct supervision to students throughout the day.


• Work with individual students to reinforce learning of material initially presented by the teacher.


• Assist with the implementation of the positive discipline policy.


• Maintain a primary care group and complete developmental screenings and assessments.


• Represent Everstand by being responsive, caring and informative in communication with parents, other teaching staff and the organization at large.


• Participate effectively in all mandatory professional meetings including admission, review, parent conferences and in-service professional development as requested by the Center Director.

What experience and education do I need?

• At least 2 years’ experience working in the Early Childhood Education setting.

Required Education

• Child Development Associate (CDA) in infant and toddler credential required or an AA degree in ECE or an AA degree (or higher) in any subject area.

 Other Job Requirements

• Demonstrate familiarity with cultural patterns existing within a community that may influence the behavior of children.


• Work effectively as a member of a team.


• Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of childcare.


• Establish appropriate relationships with students and parents on a group and individual basis, gaining their confidence and trust.


• Accept supervision and feedback.


• Work flexible hours including some evenings, as needed.


• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.


• Able to work cooperatively with others 

Everstand is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital or veterans status. Everstand is a drug, tobacco and alcohol-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer by choice.