Assistant Pre-school Teacher

Salt Lake Community Action Program • Salt Lake City, UT

416d • $43,451 - $43,451

About The Position

The Assistant Pre-school Teacher at Utah Community Action plays a vital role in shaping the educational experiences of preschool children aged 3-5 years. This position involves collaborating with a team of teachers to create engaging lesson plans, track children's development, and foster a safe and nurturing learning environment. The role is designed for individuals passionate about making a difference in children's lives and contributing to their growth and development.

Requirements

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Studies, or a related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, supporting, and implementing learning experiences that advance children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Help develop weekly lesson plans to ignite curiosity and growth in preschool children.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in tracking each child's growth through observations, portfolio documentation, developmental checklists, and assessment data.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children's progress.
• Collaborate with others to identify, refer, and provide services and support to children with special needs.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavior plans and appropriate interventions.
• Conduct a minimum of two Home Visits and two Staff-Parent Conferences during the school year.
• Continue professional development through research-based coaching strategies, trainings, peer mentoring, and college classes.
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Healthcare spending account (HSA) with up to a $2,500 match
• 401k plan with 5% match
• Short and long-term disability
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement (conditions apply)
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
• Guilt-free paid time off (PTO, up to 24 days a year)
• An hour of paid time on Fridays for self-care/mental health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree