Job Description

Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director 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. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.
Great opportunity for those who are returning to the workforce.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding assessments, students, families, staff and center

information.

Requirements

• Must be 18 year or older
• High School diploma
• 1-2 years of Experience in Early Childhood Education
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check & health screening
• High energy
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to earn a Child Development Associates (CDA)
• Infant/Child CPR & First Aid Certification
• A strong understanding of child development

Job Tags

Full time,

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