Assistant Teacher

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Nice to have

• Completion of EC 1 and 2.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Flexible schedule.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to work with all ages - 6 weeks to 12 years.

Benefits

• Monday through Friday work week.
• Reduced child care rates for your children.
• PTO & Holiday pay.
• 3% 401K match.
• Paid professional development & education.

About Us

Sunny Day Child Care & Preschool, Inc. is a non-profit group childcare center located in the heart of Rural Wisconsin. We believe that our program and services offer a developmentally appropriate curriculum and we strive to enhance social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth in young children. Our program fosters an environment that is safe yet stimulating, allowing children curiosity, creativity and self-esteem by taking into account children's abilities and interests. Sunny Day is a fast-paced, energetic, and welcoming environment. We strive to help our employee's gain the confidence they need to excel in their professional career path.