Assistant Teacher

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborates with ECE Lead and other caregivers to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that are aligned with the individualized goals of the child and the program.
• Collaborates with other staff to create and maintain appropriate room arrangements, learning centers, and consistent routines/schedules to safely engage children and maximize learning.
• Guides developmental growth of children to support achievement of learning objectives through age-appropriate play, sensory experiences, fine/gross motor activities, music/art, and language/communication activities in the classroom and during community outings.
• Documents progress toward objectives on a weekly basis.
• Affixes with the accurate and timely completion of all required documentation, including attendance records, individualized goals, service notes, reports for family, incident reports, food service forms, etc.
• Implements behavior management programs as directed.
• Attends meetings as assigned.
• Assists with shared duties of the program, including preparation and cleanup of all snacks/meals, assisting with laundry, cleaning of all toys and classroom furniture on a daily basis, etc.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma.
• Experience working with children with special health care needs.