POSITION SUMMARY The Infant-Toddler Assistant Teacher is responsible for contributing to the planning, implementation and coordination of the comprehensive education program. The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in ensuring that the education program is developmentally appropriate and meets the individual needs of the children
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS The Infant-Toddler Assistant Teacher reports to the Lead Teacher and Director
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS
Participate in Reflective Practice and Supervision throughout the program
Provide a high-quality early learning program that incorporates evidence-based curriculum and instructional activities
Support and provide continuity of care to help infants and toddlers develop secure relationships
Implement, document, and demonstrate an understanding of the importance of multiple perspectives and have the skills to be successful in their interdisciplinary efforts
support staff to promote individual children's goals relating to early communication development, fine and gross motor skills, development of social and self-care skills
In support of ongoing, intensive professional development, Assistant Teachers will attend and participate in all scheduled trainings, engage in coaching cycles with their Lead Teachers, and develop individual plans for their own professional development
Provide an enhanced curriculum focus on: social emotional development, early language and literacy, physical development, and integration of the arts Curriculum
Engage positively with the children and use appropriate discipline methods as outlined in the school's child guidance discipline policy
Assist in the planning and implementation of learning experiences that promote all developmental domains (social, emotional, physical, and intellectual) including contributing to the readiness of children to enter school by developing their early language acquisition and vocabulary
Assist in developing and managing an attractive and engaging environment that encourages exploration and fosters independence
Position themselves strategically in all environments to actively engage children, provide optimal supervision, and facilitate play
Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; ensure that the playground is safe.
Assist in daily routines such as bottle feedings, meal preparations, diapering, toileting, hand washing, monitoring sleep times, cleanup, and supervision of children at all times, including outdoor play Assessment
Collaborate with the teaching team to observe, document, and assess their primary care children
Identify any developmental concerns for primary care children and share the information with the Lead Teacher
Collaborate with the teaching team to develop activities and use instructional materials suitable for infants and toddlers with a wide range of cognitive, physical, and emotional maturities
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field with a minimum of 18 credits in Early Childhood or Child Development
One year experience is required
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
Clearance of background checks as required by local, state and federal regulations
Physical examination and diagnostic tests as required by local, state, and federal regulations.
An annual physical exam, drug screen and TB test are required as a condition of continual employment
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of early childhood curriculum and developmentally appropriate practice for the specific age group (6 weeks through three years)
Knowledge of City and State licensing requirements
Ability to work as a cooperative and supportive team member
Ability to communicate and cooperate with various professionals and community groups.
Ability to communicate and cooperate with parents
Ability and willingness to work in a program located in a high-risk, low-income community
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Must be able to physically interact with children, including bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, lifting up to 40 pounds, climbing and walking
Must have advanced command of the English language and grammar, both verbal and written
Must remain abreast of developments in the child development field to enhance professional growth and development
