What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Assistant Teacher position at Brattleboro Centre for Children?
Brattleboro Centre for Children, a play-based non profit child care center in the heart of downtown Brattleboro, seeks a part-time assistant teacher for children ages 6 weeks to 18 months old. Candidates should be willing to complete the 45 hour Fundamentals course offered by the state of Vermont or have at least one college course in Early Childhood Development and be a high school graduate. Candidates should also have a year experience with groups of young children, have a collaborative style of working, and a sense of humor. An ability to be flexible in scheduling is a bonus. The job would be for approximately 20 hours per week.
Duties
Helping a team of teachers take care of a group of children, with the ability to see the big picture and do what is needed will make for a successful candidate in this position. Preparing the young child for the next stages in his/her development--be that potty training, vocabulary development, self care skills, or group participation--are part of the program duties. Working with the adult team and being part of the center as a whole also are important parts of the job.
Requirements
Completed high school or acquisition of GED. Fundamentals or college course in Early Childhood or Psychology. CPR/1st Aid.
Must be able to complete 30 hours per year of professional development
Center is open year round
Nice To Haves
Interest in pursuing education in the field
Benefits
Paid/earned time off
Holidays paid
professional development costs covered up to budgetary allowances
family-friendly
Salary : $17 - $17