Classroom Support Teacher

About the role

Join Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold in Allentown Borough, NJ as a Classroom Support Teacher working with Mixed / All Ages. The role calls for no formal credential — just relevant experience and offers $16 – $17/Hr to qualified childcare professionals.

What You'll Do

• Maintains a safe and engaging environment for children during all activities.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, Academy events, and parent meetings as requested.
• Effectively executes lesson plans created by the lead teacher, utilizing instructional aids and materials as needed.
• Maintains the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the classroom environment.
• Ensures the physical and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
• Contributes to ensuring all policies and procedures are implemented to maintain the health and safety of the children.
• Affords assistance with mealtime and cleanup duties.
• Supports with administrative tasks, including daily notes, accident reports, and attendance reports.
• Collaborates with the lead teacher to prepare and implement classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
• Ensures all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and used properly.
• Takes advantage of professional development opportunities, such as workshops and conferences.
• Reports any issues to the Lead Teacher or Academy Director.
• Able to lift no less than 40 pounds to waist-high on a consistent basis throughout the workday.
• May be assigned temporary work duties in the absence of regular staff members.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Requirements

• All state and local licensing requirements for the position must be met.
• Candidates must pass all state medical requirements and undergo a clear background check to be eligible for employment.
• Employees must receive the required amount of training hours each calendar year, as mandated by state licensing requirements.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in Early Childhood Development, with a willingness to receive additional training.
• Current Child Development Associate certification.
• Up-to-date CPR/First Aid certification.

Benefits

Common Questions

• What ECE credentials are required for this position?
• No credentials required for this role.
• What does this position pay?
• This Classroom Support Teacher role pays $16 to $17/Hr.
• Is this full-time or part-time?
• This job is Full Time.
• Where is Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold located?
• Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold is located at 5 Allyson Rd, Allentown Borough, NJ.