Two-Year-Old Assistant Teacher

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a safe, comforting, and stimulating environment that fosters the social, emotional, cognitive, creative, and physical development of each child.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing the lesson plan and schedule, encouraging participation and engagement from children in accordance with our program goals.
• Communicate effectively with families on a daily basis, providing updates and information through Procare.
• Manage classroom materials, maintain cleanliness and organization, and ensure a comfortable and enjoyable environment for all children.
• Support the development of positive relationships with children, families, and staff, promoting a sense of community and teamwork.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Director, Assistant Director, or Lead Teacher, as needed.

Requirements

• Must be able to work FT, Monday through Friday.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to receive a Satisfactory Comprehensive National background check through Bright From the Start.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents, staff, and children.
• Cannot be on electronics while on the clock, unless using Procare for documentation or given permission.
• Strong verbal communicator with an upbeat personality who is comfortable and excels with speaking to parents.
• Be clean, neat, dress professional at all times, and be a good role model for impressionable children.
• Cell phones are not acceptable unless required for reporting. Ear pods are not allowed at any time.
• Must be willing to follow our mission statement and lead by example.
• 1 year+ experience of on-the-job training.
• High school or equivalent (required).
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred) or within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain 18 hours of continued training for the year.
• Genuinely care about children and their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
• Be energetic, nurturing, positive, child-friendly.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in early childhood education, with a strong understanding of state licensing requirements.
• An ability to show initiative, a strong work ethic, and flexibility, with a positive attitude and a willingness to adapt to changing situations.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and a commitment to providing high-quality care and education to our children.

Benefits