Job Description: TLC Assistant Reports To:Lead and Principal Dept/School:Assigned Campus(es) Employment:200 Day ContractCalendar:10 Months /200 Days Salary Grade:Grade 9 (classified scale) Date Revised:4/20/2026Qualifications:A high school diploma or GED is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years old.Previous experience working with children preferredCPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the required timeframe)Basic knowledge of early childhood development principlesAbility to follow instructions and work collaboratively with staffKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:The TLC Assistant supports the TLC Lead in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children. This role involves assisting with daily classroom activities, supervising children, and ensuring their physical, emotional, and educational needs are met in accordance with established policies and procedures.Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:Assist in implementing daily lesson plans and age-appropriate activitiesSupervise children at all times to ensure safety and well-beingProvide care, including feeding, diapering, and toileting, as neededMaintain a clean, sanitary, and organized classroom environmentSupport children's social, emotional, and cognitive development through play and structured activitiesAssist with nap time routines and daily transitionsObserve and report children's behavior, progress, and concerns to the Lead TeacherFollow all health, safety, and licensing regulationsCommunicate effectively with team members and support a positive work environmentEnsure the safety, health, and well-being of all children in careActively engage and interact with children throughout the dayFollow established schedules, routines, and program guidelinesRespond promptly and appropriately to children's needs and emergenciesMaintain accurate records, including attendance and incident reportsMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used:Educational/Play Materials: Toys, books, art supplies (paints, crayons), sensory bins, and musical instruments.Classroom Management Tools: Digital apps (e.g., Brightwheel or Tadpoles), 3-ring binders for portfolios, checklists in sheet protectors, and label makers.Sanitation/Safety Gear: Cleaning/disinfecting agents, wipes, gloves, first-aid kits, and thermometers.Child Care Equipment: Strollers, high chairs, cribs, changing tables, and playground structures.Administrative Items: Computers, printers, and daily log booksPosture:Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periodsFrequent bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floorMotion:Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periodsAbility to respond quickly in emergency situationsAbility to assist children with daily activities and mobilityLifting:Frequent requirements to lift and carry children (up to 25-40 lbs) or move furniture/equipment.Environment:Active classroom setting with young childrenExposure to noise, bodily fluids, and common childhood illnessesA combination of indoor classroom and outdoor playground supervisionFast-paced, interactive, and physically active environmentCapability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditionsMental Demands:Ability to remain attentive and alert in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate patience, emotional stability, and sound judgmentAbility to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyEffective problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to work in a setting with frequent noise and interruptionsMaintain a positive, nurturing, and professional demeanorNotes: The duties outlined are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment for this classification.This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.