Assistant Teacher
About The Position
Birch Tree Academy is a STEM-based preschool emphasizing academic development and discovery and exploration of science, building, and everyday wonders. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with the lead teacher and helps lead the class. The role involves helping teach a class of 12 students, planning and teaching daily curriculum-related activities, supporting children’s learning and development, and maintaining a safe, healthy, and respectful classroom environment. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and works in person. The academy describes its environment as supportive and team-oriented, with regular director check-ins, weekly planning time, opportunities to plan curriculum, and potential for internal career growth. The academy also offers paid Early Childhood Education coursework and a $250 bonus after passing the class.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
- CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Impeccable references and a proven track record of caring for and nurturing children.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Dependable and adaptable, including comfort with work that requires frequent shifts in direction.
- Childcare experience: 1 year preferred.
- Relevant experience: 3 years preferred.
Nice To Haves
- One year of childcare experience.
- Three years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Help teach a class of 12 students.
- Collaborate with the lead teacher and help lead the class.
- Help plan and teach daily activities and lessons that correspond with the curriculum.
- Help promote multicultural education.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Help students learn classroom rules and procedures, personal responsibility, and respect for fellow students.
- Use appropriate behavior management and classroom discipline.
- Attend to children’s basic needs, which may include feeding and dressing them.
- Supervise class projects, field trips, and visits by guest teachers.
- Establish consistent communication with parents and children.
- Write weekly class and individual student updates to parents.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Early Childhood Education class paid for by the employer
- $250 bonus after passing the Early Childhood Education class
- Weekly planning time
- Career advancement opportunities through internal promotion
- Meals prepared by an on-site chef
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
