Early Childhood - Assistant Teacher

Summary Love kids? Want to work a day job with NO nights, weekends or holidays? Looking for a job where you can get PAID to have FUN? Come join our team of Early Childhood Educators and experience the rewarding feeling of being part of a child's first learning experience.
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 curricula 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 School Diploma or higher 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.
Infant/child CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
Must clear full background check.
Must pass health screening.
Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Dental insurance Vision insurance Tuition reimbursement 401(k) matching Employee discount Monthly Child Care Counts Bonus