Assistant Pre-School Teacher

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Tuition assistance

Position Summary:

The Assistant Pre-School Teacher supports and works with the Pre-School Teacher in daily class routines which include, but not limited to, developing and delivering curriculum and learning programs designed to engage and educate the children.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports to the assigned schedule on time.
• Collaborates with the Pre-School Teacher on daily curriculum and schedules; structures a developmentally fitting educational experience in the classroom using methods such as storytelling, games, and other age-appropriate activities.
• Together with the Pre-School Teacher, manages the classroom, lessons, and sessions including all out-of-classroom activities such as play, breaks, meals; and is accountable for all children in the pre-school program(s) under his/her supervision.
• Speaks and listens to children in his/her care with respect, and handles behavior issues age appropriately.
• Supports and participates in daily schedules, routines, and procedures as designed by the Pre-School Teacher and/or the Director.
• Communicates the child's concerns and needs to the Pre-School Teacher and/or the Director.
• Establishes and enforces rules of behavior and discipline suitable for children.
• Provides appropriate supervision for children at all times including when these children are combined with other classes.
• Helps maintain a clean and tidy classroom.
• Adheres to safety, health, and sanitation procedures.
• Assists in maintaining inventory for classroom materials and supplies.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with children and parents (e.g. speaks and listens to children and parents with respect).
• Supports and enforces safety not only for children but to parents, teachers, and staff.
• Maintains legal ratios as prescribed by the School.
• If needed, performs diaper changes and assists in potty training.
• Completes all required training (e.g. safety, professional development) on time as assigned by the Director and/or HR.
• Participates in staff collaboration meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or the Director

Minimum Requirements:

• Has a professional demeanor, a team player, flexible, and able to adjust to changing schedules and work situations.
• Must have at least 12 ECE/CD core units. Without the nearly completed 12 ECE/CD core units, must be currently enrolled towards completion of the required units.
• 1-3 years of pre-school teaching experience or a combination of education and relevant pre-school teaching experience.
• Must be able to bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and reach above head (reasonable accommodations may be provided).
• Must complete the following required training: Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment Prevention, Food Handling, CPR and First Aid.
• Must pass background/fingerprint clearances including reference checks.
• Clear health screening and TB Test results.