Assistant Teacher- Contingent

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Designs, implements, and supervises age-appropriate curriculum, manages classroom activities and interactions, supervises students and volunteers, and maintains a safe and healthy environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Working knowledge of State Licensing regulations, SUTQ, and Center policies.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction for part-time assistant teachers, students, and volunteers.
• Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks and changingpriorities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent coursework with a focus in Early Childhood, preferred.
• Two-year certification in early child development, or CDA credential, preferred.
• Experience in an early childhood education program, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in planning curriculum based upon knowledge of child development and observations to provide an optimal and safe environment for young children.
• Provides a welcoming environment for children and parents and collaborates in arranging and conducting parent/teacher conferences.
• Supervises and delegates classroom responsibilities to part-time assistant teachers, volunteers, and student teachers.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in the classroom.
• Provides supervision that ensures children are constantly attended by Center staff.
• Monitors children in the group and reports any unusual symptoms to parents or administrator.
• Maintains all required records including attendance, meal counts, conference reports, and prepares other required classroom records.
• Assists the development and educational growth of the Center by utilizing and maintaining Center materials and resources and participating in community workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED