Assistant Teacher

Purpose of the position: To assist head teachers with providing quality childcare to all classroom children in accordance with developmentally appropriate practice.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage classroom materials and equipment on a daily basis.

• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outdoor play environment according to Department of Health guidelines.

• Assist the Head Teacher with classroom management and adherence to classroom schedule.

• Attend to the physical needs of children in a caring and kind manner.

• Directly supervise the activities of the children under the direction of the Head Teacher.

• Assist with the implementation of individualized curriculum plans.

• Assist each child with the activities and classroom routines of the day.

• Assist Head Teacher with developing curriculum plans based upon observations and assessments of each child in the classroom.

• To build positive relationships and effectively communicate achievements and concerns with the families of children in their care.

• Assist with the implementation of each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan or Individualized Education Plan when applicable.

• Contribute to a positive, pleasant and emotionally supportive classroom atmosphere for each child and family in the program.

• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of High School diploma and CDA.

Relationship with others:

• Work closely with all members of the center staff to provide comprehensive services to all families enrolled in the center.
• In addition, employees need to possess the following characteristics:
• Be team players
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and the families that are served within the center.
• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with families served by the center.
• Have a willingness to learn and implement current approaches in the Early Childhood Development field.