Responsibilities
- Assists the Head Teacher in preparing and maintaining the prepared environment.
- Reports any incident or accident immediately, including a written report detailing the incident and action taken, and promptly notifies the Director.
- Attends meetings as requested.
- Notifies the Head Teacher immediately of personal difficulties related to children, parents, and staff.
- Assists in planning and implementing center projects and programs assigned by the Head Teacher or Director.
- Utilizes positive phrasing of directives when interacting with children.
- Works with individual and small groups of children as directed by the Head Teacher.
- Supervises the classroom as directed by the Head Teacher.
- Ensures the safety and well-being of children at all times, both in the classroom and on the playgrounds.
- Supervises children during fire drills.
- Maintains positive relationships with parents to foster a sense of security.
- Performs additional duties and projects as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have an Assistant Teacher Certification.
- Requires a minimum of two (2) years teaching and/or providing child care for young children (ages 2-5 years old).
- Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral, written, and listening.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Ability to navigate diverse online assessment tools.
- Knowledge of developmental milestones and Best Practices in Early Childhood Education Pedagogy.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Practices and Guidelines.
- Bilingual is a plus.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills (oral, written, listening)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Navigating online assessment tools
- Knowledge of developmental milestones
- Knowledge of Early Childhood Education Pedagogy
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Practices and Guidelines
Experience Level
- Minimum of two (2) years teaching and/or providing child care for young children (ages 2-5 years old)
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college-level coursework in Education or applicable college degree preferred
- Assistant Teacher Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
