Assistant Toddler Teacher

What You'll Do

Responsibilities

• Support the Early Childhood Teacher in the day-to-day supervision and management of a toddler or preschool classroom.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times, monitoring their individual and collective needs.
• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the guidance of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Adhere to a consistent schedule, incorporating choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, meals, and smooth transitions between activities.
• Collaborate in preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and organizing materials and supplies.
• Engage with children in group and individual activities.
• Build strong relationships with a primary group of children and their families.
• Maintain a respectful and professional demeanor with children, parents, and staff.
• Encourage parental involvement in the classroom.
• Upkeep a professional attitude and loyalty to the program in line with the Center's educational philosophy.
• Complete administrative tasks, including recordkeeping, time sheets, and incident reports.
• Demonstrate initiative and assist with general housekeeping tasks.
• Attend staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
• Complete necessary training, including continuing education, CPR, First Aid, and Universal Precautions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Classroom Teacher and/or Director.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Meets Colorado Department of Human Services Early Childhood Assistant Teacher qualifications as outlined in the Colorado Rules Regulating Childcare Centers 7.702.54 Interpretive Memorandum.
• Has a Professional Development Plan to achieve an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience working with toddler-age children.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• One year of professional experience with toddler-age or preschool children.

Nice to Have

The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to providing high-quality care and learning experiences. They will be enthusiastic about working collaboratively with the Early Childhood Teacher and other staff members to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Benefits