Job Summary

Assistant Teacher assists and collaborates with lead instructor in planning and implementing lesson plans that include project-based learning in Math, Reading and Technology. Assistant teacher collaborates with staff and volunteers and assists with the recruitment and retention of students leading to full enrollment in program. Assistant teacher assists with tutoring, assessments, transportation, meal preparation and other duties as needed. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Create and nurture a welcoming, supportive and cooperative relationship with children, parents and staff 
•  Assist Lead Teacher with program planning, implementation of lesson plans and completing ongoing assessment of each child's progress 
•  Assist Lead Teacher with integrating technology into educational and enrichment activities 
•  Assist in recruitment and retention of students for K-8 program 
•  Assist with the transportation needs of students when required 
•  Check daily attendance and maintain sign in sheets 
•  Assist with the maintenance of an orderly classroom 
•  Assist with planning, arranging and supervising students on field trips 
•  Assist with set-up and clean-up at afterschool meal time 
•  Participate in required professional development programs, staff meetings and parent meetings 

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job. Management may, at its sole discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Project HOME offers a competitive compensation package which includes health, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at minimum cost to our employees, company funded life and disability insurances, paid parental leave, spending accounts, and 401K plan with 100% matching contributions up to 5% of compensation. Additionally, we offer generous PTO accruals which includes paid sabbatical leave.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School diploma or GED 
•  Previous work experience with children preferred. 
•  Knowledge of the developmental stages of childhood 
•  Good communication skills 
•  Computer skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

•  Some Early Childhood college credits 
•  Valid Driver's license 

Project HOME provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Project HOME prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.