Assistant Teacher
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Toddler Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages 2-3 years of age. The Assistant Teacher visibly enjoys working with children, strives to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills. The Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with children, families, staff and school personnel. The Assistant Teacher should be passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment.
Requirements
- Experience working with ages ranging from birth-preschool
- 18 years of age or older
- Ability to remain poised, positive, and energetic in a busy work environment
- Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Covid-19 Vaccination or religious or medical exemption.
Nice To Haves
- State Initial Certificate (preferred)
- 30-Hour STARS Certificate (Preferred)
- Tuberculosis Test (Preferred)
- CPR/First Aid Card (Preferred)
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training (Preferred)
- Food Handlers Card (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program. Activities should also be consistent with the organization’s mission and priority outcome areas.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests.
- Establishes a program setting that ensures the health and safety of members.
- Maintain cleanliness of the classroom and manage program supplies.
- Ensure that Washington State Administrative Codes are being followed, as well as best practices to make certain we are offering the best program possible to our members.
- Attend required meetings and trainings in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Other duties as assigned.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
