What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (Infant/Toddler) position at Haslett Child Development Center?
Position Description
The assistant teacher’s responsibility is to assist the lead teacher and help throughout the center as needed. The assistant teacher must be efficient at supervising children, ensuring the safety and physical well-being of the children, maintaining regular communication with parents, and contributing to the effective operation of the overall center. The assistant teacher reports to their lead teacher, assistant director, and the director.
Key responsibilities and duties
- Assist in conducting an effective child development program that meets students' needs and is developmentally appropriate for their given classroom.
- Assist the lead teacher in compiling anecdotal records within our assessment software to complete child portfolios each semester.
- Ensure children’s routines are carried out in a prompt, hygienic, and consistent manner.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all students in their care.
- Operate the classroom in a manner that complies with all state licensing regulations.
- Help create a pleasant and inviting classroom.
- Provide positive guidance to help children develop self-help skills.
- Provide students with a safe, secure, and fun learning environment where they can learn, explore, create, and grow.
- Contribute to the operation of the center by participating in staff meetings, professional development, and training.
- Work effectively with other teachers.
- Maintain confidentiality with all student information.
- Maintain a professional and approachable appearance.
- Cover the classroom to allow the lead teacher to take a break.
- Arrive to work consistently and promptly when scheduled.
- Other duties as assigned
- Willingness to work in different classrooms if the need arises.
Additional skills, knowledge, and experience
- Minimum age of 18
- Experience not required but a strong interest in early education and child development is necessary.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- Arrive to work consistently and on time when scheduled.
- An understanding of child development.
- Ability to lift up to 40lbs, bend and stoop, sit on the ground, and observe outdoor times in cold and hot weather.
- Ability to take direction from lead, assistant director, and director. A willingness to support and assist other staff.
- Willingness and ability to work both opening and closing shifts during the week.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and TB Test.
- High School Diploma
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Scale: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule:
- 8 hour shifts
- Day shift, Open shift, Closing shift
- Monday to Friday
Additional Information:
- Please provide three professional references.
Work Location: In person
If interested in the position please email your resume and 2-3 professional references to haslettchilddevcenter@gmail.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.75 - $15.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16