Teacher Aide - Family Tree CDC - PRN 6a-11a

Job Number:

32545

Location:

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address:

417 W 3rd Ave

City, State:

Albany, Georgia

Zip Code:

31701

Department:

PPMH FAMILY TREE

Shift:

Days

Job Type:

PRN/Per Diem

Posted Date:

2025-08-21

Job Description Summary:

JOB SUMMARY: This position is as needed - Mon - Fri

The Child Care Assistant assists the classroom teachers in all aspects of the program helping create a total learning environment for the individual needs of each child. The assistant is also responsible for classroom, center and equipment cleanliness in order to meet nurturing and physical care responsibilities of the children.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be scheduled as needed including overtime

Description:

Job Summary: This position is as needed - Mon - Fri

The Child Care Assistant assists the classroom teachers in all aspects of the program helping create a total learning environment for the individual needs of each child. The assistant is also responsible for classroom, center and equipment cleanliness in order to meet nurturing and physical care responsibilities of the children.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Non Degree Program in high school coursework in the Early Childhood Education Career Pathway (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 - 2 years Assisting or teaching children (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES:

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) obtained with 1 year of hire, Satisfactory Criminal Records Check determination (Cogent)

GENERAL SKILLS:

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Grammar, Spelling
• Read, Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Basic Computer Skills
• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Have near normal vision: Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good manual dexterity
• Have good eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending, Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Pushing, Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift, carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)