Pre-K Assistant Teacher

About the role

The Georgia’s Pre-K Program is a state-funded educational program for all age-eligible 4-year-old children in Georgia. The purpose of the program is to prepare children for success in Kindergarten and later school years. The Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year-olds, based on their individual needs, and adhering to the requirements of the program under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards, and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool, and development topics.
• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

Requirements

• Absolutely need an Associate’s Degree or Technical Certification Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or a related field is required.
• Able to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with young children.
• Energetic and dependable personality.

Skills

• Ability to follow licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Effective communication skills with families.
• Knowledge of child care, preschool, and development topics.
• Ability to implement creative and engaging learning experiences.

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount.
• Immediate access to benefits.
• Innovative health programs.
• 401(k) company match.
• Paid time off.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Location

3079 Panola Rd, Lithonia, GA