Assistant Teacher

Community Resources Inc. • Parkersburg, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

An assistant teacher provides care for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age under the supervision of the Teacher in the classroom. The assistant teacher will help introduce and educate new and basic concepts to children by reading to, talking to, playing with, and nurturing them. The assistant teacher must be able to communicate well with the parents, which will include keeping daily records on the child.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year work experience working with children.
• Meet additional training requirements.
• Must have a warm and caring attitude toward working with children and their families.
• Must be dependable and honest.
• Must be flexible and adapt to change throughout the program.
• Must be willing to accept supervision in order to improve work performance.
• Must be physically able to work with young children.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age under the supervision of the Teacher in the classroom.
• Help introduce and educate new and basic concepts to children by reading to, talking to, playing with, and nurturing them.
• Communicate well with parents, including keeping daily records on the child.
• Operate the classroom in compliance with all child care licensing standards, and Employee and Policy Handbooks.
• Apply for WV STARS Career Pathway.
• Complete 15 hours of approved training each year.
• Complete Child abuse and neglect training.
• Complete First Aid and CPR training.
• Meet all licensing requirements for a Type III Center in WV.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED