What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher position at Lil' Jackalopes Learning Center?
About us
Lil' Jackalopes Learning Center is a small business in Douglas, WY. We are rewarding, supportive, creative and our goal is to prepare children to excel as young leaders of tomorrow by combining age-appropriate curriculum and first-class childcare services.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Assistant Classroom Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position will have a background in teaching, a passion for working with children, and strong communication and organizational skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating engaging lesson plans, monitoring student progress, and providing support to parents. This is an excellent opportunity for the right individual to make a positive impact on the lives of our students.
Our work environment includes:
- Safe work environment
- Lively atmosphere
- On-the-job training
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Create a secure and nurturing environment that enables children to explore and discover the world around them
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Establish a strong educational foundation that will support lifelong learning for each child.
- Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities for preschool and toddler care programs.
- Support children's learning in areas such as STEM, communication, and behavior management.
- Provide individualized attention to students, ensuring a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with the teaching team to create a play-based inspired learning experience.
- Assist with all classroom activities, including breaks, play, lessons and meals
- Maintain positive relationships among the children
- Enforce behavior rules in the classroom
- Assist in building children’s developmental skills
- Maintain classroom inventories for supplies and materials
- Help maintain a clean and organized classroom conducive to learning.
Additional responsibilities:
- Complete janitorial duties
- Comply with state, center and classroom rules and regulations
- Adhere to all sanitation guidelines and health procedures
- Consult with Lead Teacher concerning classroom issues
Skills/Knowledge Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent or currently enrolled in high school
- Participate in professional development activities
- Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Handle high stress situations and high noise levels
- Be able to keep up with active children for extended periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.50 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $12