What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at Little Jewels Learning Center?
Little Jewels Learning Center seeks a Full Time Assistant Teacher. The assistant teacher will be responsible for the following:
-Care for children
-Supporting Lead Teacher at circle time, during activities, and all other times
-Maintain program site by following a cleaning checklist
-Communication with families
-Follow DCFS guidelines and Little Jewels policies
-Little Jewels offers a 401K, vacation, personal days, and paid holidays
Assistant Teachers must:
-Have a High School Diploma AND be at least 18.
Duties Include:
- Provide a positive and supportive environment for students
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and teachers
- Communicate with parents on student progress and concerns
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for students
- Collaborate with other departments to provide support for students and classroom activities
- Perform routine maintenance tasks for classroom, equipment, playground, etc.
- Assist in implementing lesson plans/curriculum
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal
Skills Include:
- Experience working with children in a primary care setting (preferred)
- Strong skills in problem-solving
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to work well under pressure
Pay: From $16.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17