Little Love Learning Center - Teacher’s Aide - Job Description - Revised 4/2024

Sep 13, 2026

Uploaded by Dipper

Little Love Learning Center’s Teacher’s Aide role supports the Teacher and Administrator by creating a caring, safe environment and assisting activities that improve overall care and educational quality. The position implements developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs, supports classroom execution of daily lesson plans aligned with Ohio State Standards, and addresses physical and developmental needs under lead teacher and director guidance. Responsibilities include supervision support, classroom care, discipline, communication, light housekeeping, substitute assistance, supply checks, and end-of-day cleanup. Requirements include licensing compliance, medical clearance, fingerprinting, background checks, annual in-service training, and state-required courses, plus commitment to NAEYC ethical conduct.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLetters

FormatPDF

Pages3

Reading Time1 min

AccessFree to download

Job Summary

Qualifications and Requirements

Licensing and Background Checks

Training and State-Required Courses

Major Policies and Procedures

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Statement of Commitment

Little Love Learning Center Job Description Title: Teacher’s Aide Job Summary: The Teacher’s Aide supports the Teacher and the Administrator by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. They must help assist in implementing a quality educational program and developing positive relationships with the children and families. Teacher’s Aids are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Lead Teacher and the Director. The Teacher’s Aide assists the Lead Teacher in the classroom and helps carry out a daily lesson plan that meets all Ohio State Standards and meet the physical and developmental needs of the children. Receives supervision from the lead teacher, the administrator, and the owner. Work Station and Assigned Area: This position will be assigned a classroom by the Administrator. Supervises: None Supervised By: The Lead Teacher, Center Administrator, Center Owner Qualifications: 1. Be at least 18 years of age. 2. Have a High School diploma or equivalent. 3. Be able to lift 40 pounds and be able to stand most of the day. Requirements: According to Childcare Licensing 5101:2-12-08 1. Must have all the above qualifications. 2. Medical exam from a licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner, completed and on file by the first day of employment, stating that the employee is free of communicable diseases tuberculosis, physically and mentally fit to care for children. 3. Be fingerprinted by Columbiana County Education Service Center (CCESC) at hire and every 5 years after that. Employer will pay for this service. 4. Pass a BCI and FBI background check at hire and every 5 years after that. Employer will pay for this service. 5. Complete 20 hours of in-service training yearly from July 1st -June 30th. 6. Attend state-required courses listed below a. First Aid (at hire and every 3 years) b. CPR (at hire and every 3 years) c. Communicable Disease (at hire and every 3 years) d. Child Abuse and Neglect (at hire and every 3 years) e. Center Orientation. f. Employer will pay for these services. Teacher’s Aide Job Description pg. 1 Revised 4/2024 Major Policies and Procedures that must be learned: 1. Communicable Diseases and exclusion of sick children. 2. First aid and medical emergency 3. Fire evacuation 4. Tornado and severe weather evacuation 5. Child abuse reporting 6. Discipline 7. Cause(s) for termination of staff and students. 8. All Step Up To Quality procedures Major Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assist in the supervision of children. 2. Care for the classroom’s physical environment. 3. Maintain open communication with the teacher. 4. Maintain proper discipline of the children and classroom happenings. 5. Work closely with the children as they work and play; helping the teacher carry out plans and assisting the children 6. Substitute for the Lead Teacher when he/she is absent. 7. Perform light housekeeping duties as needed such as: wiping down tables, washing dishes, cleaning the restroom, sweeping, vacuuming, etc. 8. Assist in end-of-the-day cleanup 9. Assist in the evaluation of children’s progress 10. Share ideas for the arrangement, decoration, and appearance of learning environments 11. Check supplies and request needed items from the administrator. 12.Attend monthly staff meetings 13. Help the teacher set up for the school day; everything needs to be ready before the children arrive 14. Greet and interact with children as they participate in activities. 15. Interact with children during center time. 16. Be a Team Player. Be willing to assume responsibility for other appropriate tasks as determined by the lead teacher or administrator. 1

FAQs

What does the Teacher’s Aide do in the classroom?

The Teacher’s Aide assists the Lead Teacher, supports daily lesson plans aligned with Ohio State Standards, and carries out developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs. The aide also helps meet children’s physical and developmental needs and substitutes when the Lead Teacher is absent.

What qualifications and eligibility requirements are required?

The role requires being at least 18 years old and holding a high school diploma or equivalent. It also requires lifting 40 pounds and standing most of the day, with childcare licensing requirements followed for medical clearance and eligibility.

What ongoing training and checks are required?

The position requires medical examination documentation, fingerprinting with CCESC at hire and every 5 years, and BCI/FBI background checks at hire and every 5 years. It also requires 20 hours of in-service training yearly (July 1 to June 30) and attendance for state-required courses such as First Aid, CPR, and other listed health and safety training.

Sep 13, 2026

Uploaded by Dipper