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ASSISTANT EDUCATOR

We are looking for an experienced and energetic person who enjoys thinking outside the box to join our team as an Assistant Educator in our growing school. We currently have positions available in the majority of our age groups as we open up new classrooms within our centers.

Reggio’s Treehouse (Hereafter, “RTH”) is an authentic Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy that teaches children to become self-directed learners and whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking.

As an Assistant Educator, you will be working closely with the Lead Educator and the Center Director and/or Assistant Center Director ensuring that the standards set by RTH and the state are met in an organized and timely manner. The Assistant Educator must actively participate in classroom provocations and support the Lead Educator in classroom management.

Job Description:

• Discuss assigned duties with the Lead Educator in order to coordinate instructional efforts
• Be involved in monitoring, recording student progress and development
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations
• Learn the technology required to document the experiences of children and support the documentation of student/classroom experiences
• Collaborate with other educators to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge
• Coordinate with the Lead Educator to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children (PSHE integration)
• A willingness to learn and have a sharp and progressive vision of interdisciplinary learning and of teaching
• Act professionally at all times, setting a good example for children
• Use all learning resources effectively and create new ones
• Organize and participate in parent meetings
• Organize and participate in school meetings, events and trips
• Any other duties assigned by the company

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and above
• Work experience in a licensed childcare facility, kindergarten or early childhood program preferred
• Experience in a Reggio Emilia inspired school is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Project based learning a plus

Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• 401 (k)

We invite you to submit your resume and learn about Reggio's Treehouse, where education meets play.

Reggio’s Treehouse is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.