Assistant Teacher (0 to 3)

The Assistant Teacher assists the lead teacher in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space.

Requirements

• Partners with the lead teacher to develop a classroom environment that is a welcoming learning environment for children and their families.
• Assists lead teacher in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
• Supervises and interacts with all children’s activities.
• Develops strong partnerships with the families.
• Assumes responsibility for the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher.
• Attends home visits and conducts parent-teacher conference assessment reviews, as needed.
• Participates in Family Reviews and IFSP/IEP meetings, as needed.
• Shares responsibility for preparation and clean-up of all classroom activities.
• Assists with the responsibility of ordering supplies needed for the program.
• Maintains reports on children’s growth and development.
• Attends and participates in parent meetings, in-service training, and weekly team meetings.
• Assists with implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, focusing on in-depth studies and classroom explorations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $750.00 signing bonus payable after 30 days of employment.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid STD Insurance
• Employer Paid LTD Insurance
• 403b Retirement & Savings
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Benefits
• Credit Union Membership