Assistant Teacher - Bilingual - Spanish/English - JOR

National Youth Advocate Program • Madison, WI

20h

About The Position

The Assistant Educator for La Jornada supports teaching staff and children's learning and development in a positive, nurturing environment. The role includes providing feedback to the Lead Educator about children's progress and discussing important issues concerning them regularly. The Assistant Teacher works with educators to plan and deliver instruction, monitor academic progress, and support individual children. They should be prepared to understand and help run the classroom when the teacher is absent.

Requirements

• Associate degree in education and/or early childhood education.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Teacher Assistant or Paraprofessional working with minority children in a classroom environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish; fluency in Spanish is required.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers.
• Proficient use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate attitude and a strong understanding of child development.
• Nurturing teaching approach.

Nice To Haves

• Valid ECE certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Assist in developing lesson plans based on state requirements and each child’s specific needs.
• Collaborate with the educator to monitor each child’s academic progress.
• Collaborate with the educator to deliver daily lesson plans and understand classroom operations in the teacher’s absence.
• Work with individual children in the classroom to promote their learning and development.
• Provide feedback to the Lead Educator about children’s progress and discuss important issues concerning the children regularly.

Benefits

• 33 paid days off each year, including 11 holidays and 22 days of PTO.
• Healthcare benefits for the employee and family.
• Pet insurance with discounts and reimbursements.
• Competitive salaries and benefits, including a 401(k).
• Summer hours off, including half-day Fridays and work anniversary trips.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Phone allowance.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• CEUs and ongoing training and education.

What This Job Offers

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