Teacher Assistant

Who We Are

Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home.

A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region's largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.

We are looking for passionate, innovative, and caring people who will each bring their unique skills and perspectives to our workplace.

What You Will Do:

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.

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.

What You Will Bring:

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.

What You Will Get:

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.

Exclusions apply

We celebrate, support, and thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and the communities we serve.

We are neighbors caring for neighbors, and our goal is always to help those we serve get well, feel well, and stay well.

EOE

Criminal Background Checks

Adam Walsh Child Protection Background Screening

3rd party Background Check

VA State Police

Central Registry

FBI Background and Fingerprinting (Fieldprint)

Child Abuse Registry background check required for individuals residing outside of State of Virginia in the past five years based on previous state of residency

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Grade

102

Physical Demands

5 A Child Care Center