*ASSISTANT TEACHER (ALL AGES)*
*BASIC FUNCTIONS:*
Provides childcare in a variety of programs, plans activities, implements the scheduled daily program, and assists the teachers in a variety of ways.
*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Helps to ensure the safety and welfare of the children and protects each from physical or emotional harm.
This includes performing all tasks with an appropriate level of confidentiality.
* Provides an environment where everyone can have a positive experience throughout the day.
* Treats all children, families, and staff members with dignity and respect, and allow for individual differences.
* Prepares and follows a curriculum based on developmentally appropriate practices that helps each child reach his/her fullest potential in all areas of development.
* Supervises and interacts with children at all times; mealtimes, rest periods, diapering/restroom times, playtimes, and activity times.
* Provides care for young children and infants, including changing diapers, feeding, and comforting.
* Maintains observation records and other required classroom logs correctly.
* Knows all health and emergency policies of the program and is ready to implement them if necessary.
* Helps with general housekeeping tasks.
* Shows initiative in the improvement of early childhood education, the program, and the curriculum by sharing ideas and participating in available trainings.
* Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
* Maintain appropriate communication with staff, children, and families at all times.
Maintain an open, warm and very professional relationship wit all families.
* Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:*
* Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
* Knowledge of child cognitive, social, and skills development methods and techniques.
* Knowledge of play, reading, and quiet-time activities for children.
* Child supervision skills.
* Ability to provide basic nutrition and hygiene services for infants and young children.
* Knowledge of childcare facility, services and/or staff licensure and certification requirements.
* Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.
*MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:*
Preference is given to those looking to continue with higher education including degrees or CDA
High School Diploma or its equivalent
*OR*
One year of experience working with children less than 13 years of age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
* Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
* Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
* Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person