Job Description

Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assists 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. S/he assists 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 energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Nice To Haves

• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

Benefits

• Salary contingent on experience.
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation/personal days
• Paid attendance for professional development
• Tuition assistance for CDA or Associates in ECE

About Us

Learn and Grow Early Childhood Learning Center is a childcare program located in Levittown, NY. We understand that the quality of our program depends upon dedicated employees. We are committed to providing a supportive, responsive and collaborative work environment. Join our growing team.

Job Tags

Full time,

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