What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Support Teachers– Where Education Meets Fun, Joy & Compassionate Leaders! position at Hickory Hill Academy?
Come join our amazing team at Hickory Hill Academy! We are looking for creative, passionate individuals who love children, education, and making a difference. Our Support Teachers thrive in a school that values our L-E-A-D-E-R-S (see below), principles, curiosity, connection, and celebrating each child for exactly who they are—all while having fun!
L – Listen (seeking first to understand, then be understood)
E – Empathy (ability to respect what another person is experiencing)
A – Accepting (who are we to judge?)
D – Disciplined (choosing the hard right versus the easy wrong)
E – Ethical (never being afraid to do what’s right)
R – Respectful (the Golden Rule)
S – Selfless (placing others before ourselves)
At HHA, we value campus, community, and curriculum—and when you visit our 10-acre campus full of animals, nature, and hands-on learning, you’ll see it in action every day. If you feel called to create meaningful moments in the early years and support our mission, we would love to hear from you!
Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of introduction and resume.
As a Support Teacher, you will:
- Assist Lead Teachers in implementing a dynamic, developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Support daily classroom routines and operations to ensure a smooth, engaging learning environment
- Build authentic partnerships with families through regular communication and collaboration
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child is known, engaged, and encouraged to succeed
Duties and Responsibilities Classroom & Curriculum Support
- Collaborate with Lead Teachers to implement a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that meets the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of each child.
- Actively participate in and facilitate classroom activities, including circle time, learning centers, art, and outdoor play under the direction of the Lead Teachers.
- Prepare, maintain, and organize classroom materials to ensure a clean, orderly, and stimulating learning environment.
- Assist in daily closing procedures across the ECE campus. This may include cleaning, facility closing checklists, and communication with parents.
Child Guidance & Care
- Utilize positive guidance techniques to create a nurturing classroom atmosphere and help children develop self-regulation and problem-solving skills.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by maintaining constant supervision and following all health and safety protocols.
- Ensure all school policies and state regulations are met.
- Assist children with daily routines such as meals, nap time, and personal hygiene, including hand-washing and toileting.
Team & Family Collaboration
- Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Communicate effectively with the Lead Teachers regarding student progress, classroom needs, and any parent concerns.
- Greet families warmly at arrival and departure, sharing positive highlights from the child's day.
- Contribute positively to the overall school mission and vision
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Assist other departments as required and additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in education or related field of study or equivalent experience with young children; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. (Coursework required for other degrees within 6 months of hire.)
- Minimum 2 year experience caring for children in a group setting
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Successful completion of state required background checks and health screening
- Demonstrated professional demeanor - modeling the qualities of LEADERS L - Listen (Seeking first to understand, then be understood); E - Empathy (Ability to respect what another person is experiencing); A - Accepting (Who are we to judge?); D - Disciplined (Choosing the hard right, versus the easy wrong); E - Ethical (Never being afraid to do what’s right); R - Respectful (The Golden Rule); S - Selfless (Placing others before ourselves)
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and successfully manage multi-tasking situations
- Collaborate well and foster a team environment
Schedule and Physical Requirements
- Ability to frequently sit on the floor, kneel, bend, squat, and crawl to interact with children at their eye level.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and move about the classroom and outdoor play areas.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds to support children's safety and needs.
- Possess the visual and auditory acuity necessary to supervise a group of young children and respond quickly in an emergency.
- Flexibility during hours of operation (7:30am - 5:30pm) to work schedule as assigned.
To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities. Job descriptions represent a general outline of job responsibilities and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and, therefore, their descriptions may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point of time.
Learn more about our program and what makes our school so special at hickoryhillacademy.com
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25