GA Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Summary

Join our team as a Georgia Pre-K Assistant Teacher, supporting the creation of a safe, engaging, and structured learning environment for four-year-old children. This role involves assisting with daily classroom activities, supporting lesson implementation, and fostering children's social, emotional, and academic growth. As an Assistant Teacher, you will play a key role in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring compliance with Bright from the Start (DECAL) standards, and contributing to a positive and well-organized classroom. Effective collaboration with the Lead Teacher and clear communication with staff are essential to success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision and class functions of a group of children are a key part of this role
• The establishment and maintenance of a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment is essential
• This position requires adherence to all rules and regulations at Chroma Early Learning Academy and local, state, and national agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children
• Providing support for each child's social and emotional development and offering positive guidance is crucial
• Ongoing assessment of each child's developmental needs is a vital responsibility
• Implementing approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with the Chroma Early Learning Academy curriculum and programming is a primary duty
• Maintaining an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence is a key aspect of this role
• Verbal recognition and acceptance of children, while providing clear and consistent expectations for behavior, is a vital part of this position
• Responsibility for maintenance and housekeeping duties of the classroom, common areas, and playgrounds is required
• Regular attendance at staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions is essential
• Maintaining a professional appearance, adhering to guidelines in the Chroma Early Learning Academy Employee Handbook, is a requirement
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children is essential for this role

Requirements

• Satisfactory Background Check
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have CDA, TCC, or Paraprofessional

Nice To Have Qualifications

• Experience working with young children
• Knowledge of child development principles and practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Discount for childcare

Minimum Education: High School or Equivalent
Job Type: Full Time
Category: Child Care Services
Minimum Experience: 1 Yr
Location: Lilburn, GA