Assistant Teacher

Responsibilities: · Assists the Head Teacher in preparing and maintaining the prepared environment. · Reports any incident or accident immediately. Prepares a written report stating date, time, nature of the incident or accident, and action taken. Responsible for promptly reporting the incident or accident to the Director. · Attends meetings as requested. · Notifies the Head Teacher immediately of personal difficulties related to children, parents, and staff. · Assists in planning and implementing other center projects and programs assigned by the Head Teacher or Director. · Utilizes positive phrasing of directives when with children. · Works with individual and small groups of children as directed by the Head Teacher. · Supervises the classroom as directed by the Head Teacher. · Responsible for the safety and well-being of children at all times, in the classroom and on the playgrounds. · Supervises children in the execution of fire drills. · Maintains positive relationships with parents to give them a feeling of security in leaving their children at the center. · Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management Qualifications: · Must have a High School Diploma or (GED) required. Some college-level coursework in Education and/or applicable college degree preferred · Must have an Assistant Teacher Certification and a minimum of two (2) years teaching and/or providing child care for young children (ages 2-5 years old) · Child Development Associate (CDA) · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral, written, and listening · Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); ability to navigate diverse online assessment tools · Knowledge of developmental milestones and Best Practices in Early Childhood Education Pedagogy · Knowledge of Health and Safety Practices and Guidelines · Bilingual a plus