Early Childhood DC - Assistant Teacher

Summary

Stepping Stones Childcare and Preschool is looking to add to our amazing team! Come join a center where you are truly valued for your uniqueness, dedication and hard work. Our team has created a family-like atmosphere, where we care about our coworkers and truly love the children.

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.
• Experience with children
• Must be 18 years old
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification- within 30 days of hire

Benefits

Paid Holidays and vacation pay after working full time for a year.

• Health Insurance %50 paid by employer
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short term disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• 3% Match towards your IRA

A great childcare discount

Free access to Supportlinc 24/7/365 for in the moment support and guidance- app

Paid training and Continuing Education opportunities.

Resources and support to further your Early Childhood education.