Washington | 6.5hr Pre-K School Assistant | NAEYC

Purpose

To provide care supervision and learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom environment; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

Work Schedule

School year
Work Hours: Shifts for these positions typically occur within the hours of 7:45am and 3:30pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school.

Benefits

Included: Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Basic Term Life Insurance, Optional Direct Primary Care Plan, Various Optional Supplemental Benefits. For positions working more than 6 hours per day, benefits also include an Indiana public retirement (INPRS).

Pre-K: Drug Screen Required

Drug screen required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must have: - High school diploma or GED - Strong office computer and oral and written communication skills - Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and basic instructional methods and techniques

Preferred Qualifications

- Two years of college experience from an accredited college - Two-year college degree from an accredited college - Passed the Para-Pro Assessment - One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children - Completed annual school-level evaluations - 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college - Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials (Required by NAEYC)

Education Requirements

Applicants must possess or be willing to obtain one of the following: - Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition. - CDA Credential equivalent as defined by NAEYC (at least 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education). - Associate's degree (AA) in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education. If selected for an interview, candidates must provide proof of education at the time of interview.