Assistant Teacher (10-month, Full-Day)

About the role

The Guidance Center is a leading organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services to children, adults, and families since 1958. With 25 programs serving over 14,200 individuals annually, we focus on nurturing development, fostering resilience, and cultivating well-being.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily activities and interactions align with the program's mission and goals.
• Assist with planning and implementing appropriate early childhood activities based on the Preschool HighScope curriculum.
• Maintain a clean, nurturing, and safe environment conducive to children's growth and development.
• Adhere to and comply with all The Guidance Center, Office of Head Start Performance Standards, and relevant local, state, and agency policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity towards diverse backgrounds, needs, and experiences of children, families, community volunteers, and TGC employees.

Requirements

• Ace in Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education.
• A Preschool Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) or a state-awarded certificate meeting or exceeding CDA requirements, or enrollment in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree.
• Enrollment in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of hire.
• Knowledge and understanding of early childhood development and ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum practices.
• Previous experience working with preschool children in a classroom setting.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds unassisted during emergencies.
• A nonjudgmental approach reflecting cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Ability to handle crisis situations appropriately.
• Standing for 3-1/2 hours per part-day class session and 5 hours per full-day class session.
• Moving between sitting on the floor and standing, and chair sitting to standing at least 20 times per session.
• Bending and stooping to child level and lifting for urgent and emergency situations.
• Sitting on the floor or on a child-size chair for up to 60 minutes multiple times during class sessions.

Qualifications

Must pass a physical examination and background check before employment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a passion for early childhood education.

Benefits

The Guidance Center offers a competitive salary, flexible scheduling opportunities, and a supportive team-oriented work environment.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options available.