Assistant Teacher

Functions

• Counsel, aid and teach children in need of educational direction.
• Aid the child care teacher in the classroom.
• Plan and execute a program to meet the educational, social, developmental, and health needs of the children.
• Keep equipment and materials accessible and in good condition.
• Report damaged or hazardous equipment to the supervisor.
• Plan and supervise classroom arrangements.
• Plan the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the program.
• Develop educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of the children.

Responsibilities for Professional Growth

• Share knowledge and understanding of the community with colleagues.
• Attend and participate in conferences and staff meetings.
• Perform routine chores related to the program.
• Attend mandatory training in early childhood education.

Develops and Maintains a Positive Working Relationship with Parents

• Adhere to the approved plan for sharing information with parents.
• Attend and participate in group parent meetings.
• Respect the confidentiality of parent and child information.

Kitchen and Preparation of Food

• Prepare nutritious meals in accordance with USDA guidelines.
• Ensure food is prepared in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and supplies.

Effect on End Results

• Maintain compliance with contractual obligations and regulations.
• Deliver services effectively and humanely.
• Promote the ability of parents to pursue important activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2 years of experience or Associate Child Development Credential from the National Association for the Education of Young Children and 1 year of classroom teaching experience.
• Food Safety Certification.
• Preference given to applicants with teaching experience in a social service setting.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $38,620.40 per year.
• Benefits include: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Paid holidays, Annual paid time off, Life insurance, Long term disability, Retirement benefits plan (403B), and potential college student debt forgiveness.