Requirements:
-Must have a minimum of a CDA.
-Must have a minimum of 1 year experience working within an early childhood program.
-Be proficient with Google applications, Microsoft Office and basic technology.
-Have strong communication skills
-Be able to read and write English fluently.
-Be open to the Reggio Emilia philosophy and to learn about Jewish traditions and customs.
-Must be able to meet the physical demands of working with young children.
-Possess an ability to collaborate and work across various classroom environments.
-Have a passion for working with children and their families.
-Comfortable independently seeking solutions and asking for help when needed.
-Intrinsically motivated to grow professionally
-Have basic knowledge about early childhood development and milestones for the classroom age.
-Must utilize redirection and conflict resolution in the classroom.
-Must complete annual CPR certification
-Must submit to a fingerprinting/ background check, drug test and TB test per licensing regulations

Responsibilities:
Assistant teachers are responsible for providing classroom support and to assist in the education of young children. The Assistant teacher must be able to work collaboratively and independently when needed. Other responsibilities include attendance at staff meetings, 20 hours of professional development annually, and participation in collaborations and program wide events/environments. The Assistant teacher is responsible for maintaining compliance with all licensing and regulatory standards including Paths to QUALITY, NAEYC Accreditation and Giving Tree Early Learning program standards.

Benefits:
Paid personal and sick days, optional vision/dental insurance, short term disability, tuition discount for children enrolled in Giving Tree Early Learning, Referral Rewards program, salaried, summers off.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person