ASSISTANT TEACHER Reports to and works with the classroom
Lead Teacher, is supervised by the Lead Teacher. Responsible for assisting the classroom Lead Teacher with the general
supervision and management of the class.
Qualifications Must have
a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and
be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s program and philosophy. Must be at least 18 years
old and meet the requirements of the licensing agencies – Clean TB Test, fingerprint clearance, first aid/cpr certified.
Minimum Educational Requirement A minimum of 6 ECE units and/or experience working with children in a preschool program.
Skills
·be a mature individual ·have
knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood·have the ability to conform to an established work schedule·have effective interpersonal skills
·have the ability
to communicate in a friendly, concise and effective manner·have
the ability to understand and follow instructions precisely·have
the ability to exercise tact, discretion and confidentiality
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:-Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher, which
includes lesson plans.-Assist in planning and
preparing the learning environment, setting up interest schools, and preparing needed materials and supplies.-Supervise the classroom when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.-Help with the general housekeeping tasks.-Assist
the Lead Teacher in other ways as requested.-Maintain
a professional attitude and loyalty to the School at all times.-Treat
all children with dignity and respect.-Attend
all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences. -Help Lead Teacher to supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social,
intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled at the School.-Help to maintain a neat and organized classroom.
-Help
children establish good habits of personal hygiene.
-Attend outside preschool functions.-Supervise
all activities to ensure safety at all times.-Report
to Lead Teacher any problem which may occur with the children. Observe, record, and report on the behavior of individual children
as assigned.- Assist Lead Teacher with implementation
of appropriate early childhood education experiences.-
Help Lead Teacher to supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual,
and physical development of children enrolled at the School.-
Help to maintain a neat and organized
classroom. -
Other tasks as requested.
Physical Requirements
Must have the ability to:·Lift
up to 40 lbs.
·Repetitive bending, stretching, and stooping
·Have mobility required to ensure the safety of the children
·Work with children on the floor·Work
outdoors in any variety of weather·Have
visual and hearing capabilities that allow consistent supervision of children with Child Care Licensing safety requirements·Perform light duty cleaning
The right candidate must possess or be willing to obtain