Assistant Teacher FT

Westminster Canterbury Richmond•Richmond, VA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher FT assists the classroom teaching team and works collaboratively to educate, monitor and guide children in a caring, creative and developmentally appropriate classroom environment while supporting the family and the needs of all children in the assigned classroom. Our teaching teams provide quality care in a safe environment in accordance with licensing regulations and established Center standards. Our Child Development Center is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education and serves children ages 6 weeks through 12 years, year-round. We also offer before and after school programs as well as a Heroes summer camp. Intergenerational programming between the residents of Westminster Canterbury Richmond and the children of the Center offer a unique opportunity to build connections and enrich the lives of all involved. As part of our school family at the Child Development Center, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on the families we serve. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
Minimum six months experience in a childcare or teaching environment
Successful completion of Teaching Strategies Gold training and Rater Reliability Test within 3 months of hire
Knowledge of VDSS Regulations for Licensed Child Care Center
Ability to read, write and understand the English language
Knowledge of early childhood development
Ability to work effectively with small children
Ability to stand, sit, sit on floor, lift, bend, stoop, reach, push and pull
Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance, 26+ with manual or mechanical assistance

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in early childhood education or approved related field
One or more years in a teaching capacity
Knowledge of intergenerational programming
Infant and child CPR and First Aid Certification
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or currently preparing to obtain a CDA
Excellent customer service skills
Act on an understanding of interests, concerns, motivation and needs of children and families
Ability to make sound decisions based on objective analysis of a situation
Ability to embrace and show compassion through patience with and understanding of children and their individual needs
Demonstrate commitment by meeting expectations as outlined in the Child Development Attendance and Scheduling Policy

Responsibilities

Maintain children's daily routine (i.e. diapering, toileting, meals, and rest) to ensure basic physical needs are met
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities to meet the individual needs of each child
Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times
Build and maintain an ongoing open and collaborative relationship with children and families
Complete daily reports to communicate child's daily activities to families
Complete required VDSS and WCR documentation (i.e. accident reports, fire drill reports, medication authorization, etc.)
Observe and complete notes on children for individualized planning and assessment
Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

403B Retirement Savings with company match.
Total Wellness: Our employees have access to wellness programs supporting your financial, mental/emotional/spiritual and physical well-being. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling and other professional services and our onsite team of caring chaplains offer additional support through dialogue, prayer and comfort as requested.
On-Site Amenities! Including an on-site gym, fitness classes, banking, dry cleaning services, gift shop, restaurant, Employee Dining Room open 24/7 with generous employee discount and award-winning Child Development Center with a generous employee discount
Paid Time Off accrued based on hours worked
Gated Community with 24 hour Security
Free covered parking
Immediate (Day-One!) tuition assistance offered!! (some conditions apply)

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