What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Assistant Teacher position at Geneseo Development and Growth, Inc.?
Job Title Assistant Teacher
Reports to Lead Teacher
Minimum Qualifications
At least 18 years of age; a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience in early childhood education or the 40 hour new hire licensing training. Preferred qualification: A CDA or equivalency credential with one year of experience.
Job Purpose Statement
Assist and support the classroom teacher in providing a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate program and environment where children have the opportunity to develop social-emotional, language, intellectual and physical skills. Respect and support the family unit in their efforts to raise their children to become well-rounded individuals.
Essential Duties or Tasks
- Supervise children at all times by sight and sound.
- Develop a warm and nurturing relationship with all children and parents.
- Observe children closely enough to be aware of any changes in behavior and health.
- Understand and use positive behavior techniques that help each child to develop the ability to be self-disciplined.
- Enforce all safety rules of the program according to the policy manual; understand and implement, as needed, emergency procedures for fire, storm, medical, first aid, CPR, etc.)
- Promote good hygiene through appropriate hand washing, diapering and sanitation techniques according to the policy manual.
- Operate the classroom in compliance with all child care licensing standards and those of our accrediting agency.
- Assist the classroom teacher in implementing the activities of the weekly lesson plan.
- Assist the classroom teacher in promoting language development through storytelling, music, conversation, book reading and pretend play.
- Assist the classroom teacher in organizing a classroom arrangement that is conducive to appropriate behavior and learning for the age of the group.
- Assist the classroom teacher in providing a calm, pleasant, interactive experience for the children during all meals.
- Assist the classroom teacher in providing regular, on-going, positive communication with parents on a regular basis, according to the expectations for the age-group. This includes, but is not limited to, daily or weekly written and verbal reports.
- Be available for parent-teacher conferences, as needed.
- Assist the classroom teacher in developing and maintaining accurate, detailed and neat records of accidents, illnesses, incidents, medication, attendance, observations, assessments, conferences or any other records requested by the program.
- Maintain a clean, safe, healthy and attractive classroom environment according to the standards set forth in the policy manual. Quickly wipes up spills to avoid accidents.
- Attend staff meetings, parent events and in-house trainings both during and after regular program hours as required for this position.
- Attend and complete all Licensing training requirements within the time frame set forth by the State.
- Attend additional workshops, training and continuing education classes as determined in the individualized training plan.
- Be familiar with and adhere to all policies set forth in the Parent Handbook, the Staff Handbook and the Policy Manual.
Other Duties and Tasks
- Contribute to the program’s general appearance and condition; notify the director of any facility problems.
- Notify the director when supplies are low or toys and materials are broken.
- Arrive at work on time; seldom is absent.
- Answer the telephone in a pleasant, professional manner.
- Participate in all program evaluations.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Safely lift small children up to 45 pounds.
- Bend, stoop and kneel to children’s level.
- Sit on the floor and small chairs.
- Stand for extended periods of time.
- Withstand periods of time in the sun and heat outside.
- Communicate clearly and intelligibly both orally and in writing with children, families and staff.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.25 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Geneseo, IL 61254 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18