Role OverviewAs the Assistant Teacher, you'll play an essential role in providing all aspects of a quality child development program with emphasis on the cognitive, social and emotional development of preschool-aged children. Your day will involve assisting the Lead Teacher in planning and providing quality educational experiences for preschool-aged children, engaging in adult-child interactions, and participating in daily activities planned for the children.
What You Will Do
Assists the Lead Teacher in planning and providing quality educational experiences for preschool-aged children by helping to plan and prepare daily and weekly program experiences, considering the needs of children. Engages in adult-child interactions that are responsive, supportive, and respectful of children's needs, development, and play interests. Participates in the daily activities planned for the children.
Why It Might Be a Fit
To excel in this role, you'll need strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to effectively communicate with young children and their families, and ability to relate comfortably to income-eligible families.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent credential, Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or equivalent
- Previous experience working in an early childhood classroom
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with young children and their families
- Ability to relate comfortably to income-eligible families
- Attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Problem-solving skills
- Commitment to fostering a positive workplace and early childhood classroom experience
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