Assistant Preschool Teacher

KLA Schools Chamblee•Chamblee, GA

8d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher assists the Head Teacher. The key responsibility of assistant teachers is to support Head Teachers daily while with children. During the introductory period, the employee’s supervisor explains job responsibilities and the performance standards expected. From time to time, the employee may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of KLA Schools. His or her cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected and appreciated.

Requirements

18 years or older
Associate’s degree in early childhood education or higher
45 Hours of Childcare Training
Commitment to state, federal, and KLA Schools guidelines
Background screening requirements
Ability to frequently lift, move, or hold children up to 40 pounds
Ability to occasionally lift, move, or hold weight up to 40 pounds
Ability to supervise and interact with the children outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions
Full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
Immediate and appropriate responsiveness to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
Mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
Good organizational skills
Time management skills
Ability to travel and commute for professional development
Commitment to learning and applying the Reggio Emilia philosophy
Commitment to state and local agency training requirements and certifications
Good writing skills
Adherence to all health, safety, and operating procedures as outlined by KLA Schools
Ability, in the event of the school’s transition to a Virtual Learning Program, to support the planning and implementation of that program as well as participate in all virtual meetings and events that may be required by the School Director

Nice To Haves

CDA (preferred)
Bilingual (a plus)

Responsibilities

Allows the children to negotiate in the group (Intervention, as assistant teacher, in the children’s conflicts should be minimal.)
Works with small groups of children of varying abilities and interests, including those with special needs
Keeps bathrooms clean (changing table, sink, toilet, floor)
Labels and keeps all children’s belongings organized
Keeps track of children’s visits to the bathroom
Uses appropriate techniques when changing diapers (gloves, wipes, and cleanliness)
Supports teachers in keeping the classroom clean and organized
Heats and serves lunch to children (Assistant Teachers must check if food is too hot before serving it.)
Cleans up lunch area after snacks and lunch
Prepares lunchboxes to go home
Organizes nap area in the classroom
Supports teachers when helping children fall asleep
Supports teachers at drop-off and dismissal time
Supports teachers organizing and cleaning toys, equipment, and furnishings (maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine of cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting)
Attends meetings as needed
Arrives to work on time
Clocks in and out at door daily
Notifies the school if sick or will not be coming to work
Dresses appropriately and follows the school dress code
Plans and implements projects along with head teachers
Cleans toys
Keeps supplies and classroom clean and organized
Attends responsibly to the safety of the children
Attends child development workshops
Maintains positive communication with parents, children, and other staff members
Keeps in-service hours or education and training requirements up to date.