Assistant Teacher - Bilingual - Spanish/English - JOR

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM • Fairfax, VA

4d • $48,000 - $48,000 • Onsite

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 provides feedback to the Lead Educator about children’s progress and discusses important matters concerning the children regularly. The assistant helps develop and deliver lesson plans, monitors academic progress with the educator, and works individually with children to promote learning and development. The work must be consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.

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; Spanish fluency is required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers, as well as word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate attitude and strong understanding of child development.
• Nurturing teaching approach.
• At least 21 years of age, a valid state driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Valid ECE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform work 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 case the teacher is absent.
• 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 (11 holidays and 22 days of PTO).
• Healthcare benefits for the employee and family.
• Pet insurance with discounts and reimbursements.
• 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.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

What This Job Offers

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