What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant position at Signal Mountain Preschool?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Preschool Assistant, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive environment for young learners. In this vital role, you will support lead teachers in implementing curriculum plans, supervising children, and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere that promotes early childhood development. Your energy and commitment will inspire curiosity and confidence in our students while ensuring their safety and well-being every step of the way. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while working within a collaborative educational community.
Duties
- Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities, lesson planning, and educational exercises aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and engagement at all times.
- Support classroom behavior management strategies to promote respectful interactions and positive social skills among students.
- Facilitate literacy and math activities that stimulate early learning skills, incorporating educational technologies when appropriate.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavior, and developmental milestones to foster strong home-school connections.
- Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt instructional methods for students with special needs or disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum.
- Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and compliance with educational regulations such as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
- Assist in implementing behavior management plans and classroom routines that support a structured learning environment.
- Support emergency procedures by maintaining current first aid and CPR certifications to ensure immediate response when needed.
- Use proofreading and tutoring skills to help individual students improve literacy or numeracy skills as directed by lead teachers.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with young children in educational or childcare settings is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles, special education practices, and behavior management techniques.
- Familiarity with early childhood curricula such as Montessori or other progressive educational approaches is a plus.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and team members.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers to plan lessons and manage classroom activities effectively.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or autism is advantageous.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is required; ongoing professional development in educational compliance and regulation understanding is encouraged.
- Proficiency with computers and educational technologies to enhance learning experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise children safely while fostering independence and social-emotional growth.
This paid position offers an enriching environment where your passion for early childhood education can flourish while supporting the developmental journey of each child in your care!
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13