As a Learning Grove Assistant Teacher you will assist in implementing the curriculum, working with parents, and assessing the needs of individual children under the guidance of the Lead Teacher and Teacher. 

• Assist in establishing and maintaining an environment for children that is clean, safe, stimulating and which is appropriate for each child's developmental level.
• Assist the Lead Teacher with the appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
• Make families feel welcome in the environment, greet parent and child at arrival and departure times.
• Assist in implementing lesson plan that promote the development of each child
• Meet and maintain licensing requirements for ratio.

• Ability to read, speak, and write English
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to manage classroom through positive redirection, problem solving, setting appropriate limits, and active listening.
• Support lead teacher in development and implementation of lesson plans.
• Prior experience working with young children commensurate to responsibilities
• Completion of State Approved Orientation for Child Care Providers
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification
• Successful clearance of required Criminal Background Checks
• Compliance with licensing requirement for TB testing
• No physical or mental/emotional limitations that would prevent the implementation of caring for and safe- keeping of infants through school age children
• Willing to fulfil their responsibilities in accordance with the center's educational philosophy

A CDA or degree in early childhood education, as well as experience with children, is preferred.

• PTO
• Personal days off
• Extended Illness Bank(long sick times off)
• 403b retirement plan
• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• Banking and Verizon Wireless Perks