TeacherAssistant

**Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!** **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 0.01 **Work Shift: ** Days/Afternoons (United States of America) _The primary responsibility of this position is to provide care and educational services to children under the supervision and guidance of the lead teacher (Teacher I)._ _**Essential Job Functions**_ * _Prepares and implements educational activities under the direction of the Lead Teacher._ * _Supervises play activities, meals and rest time of the children._ * _Maintains open communication with parents._ * _Prepares supplies and materials for classroom activities._ * _Performs functions to safeguard the children’s wellness and safety._ * _Reports accidents and accurately records an incident report._ * _Obtains certification to administer medication, administers medication and accurately documents the same._ * _Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the child served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the children’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each child’s requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policies and procedures._ Employment Qualifications * _Knowledge generally acquired through school experiences._ * _Knowledge generally acquired through the completion of a high school education._ * _Incumbent must successfully meet the requirements indicated in the Code of Virginia and obtain and successfully complete background checks as required by the Code of Virginia._ Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a [Bon Secours](https://careers.bonsecours.com/us/en/life-at-bon-secours?utm_source=job_description) associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow