Assistant Teacher- Preschool
Children of America•Oak Creek, WI
•$15 - $17•Onsite
About The Position
Children of America (COA) is seeking a passionate Assistant Teacher to join their early childhood education team. This role involves working alongside experienced educators in a supportive classroom environment, building relationships with children, and developing teaching skills. COA offers programs for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. The organization values diversity and encourages employees to bring their unique perspectives to work.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
- Ability to meet applicable state licensing requirements
- Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
- Commitment to professional growth
Nice To Haves
- Genuinely enjoys working with children
- Wants to build a career in early childhood education
- Caring, patient, dependable, and enthusiastic
- Passionate about working with young children
- A positive team player who enjoys collaborating with others
- Comfortable communicating with children, families, and coworkers
- Organized and able to manage multiple classroom responsibilities
- Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Creative and excited about creating engaging experiences for children
- Open to learning, professional development, and career growth
Responsibilities
- Assist with implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities
- Support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, structured, and engaging classroom
- Help provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Build positive and trusting relationships with children
- Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members
- Assist with documenting children's development and progress
- Utilize technology to support classroom documentation and child progress reports
- Respond to children's emotions and individual needs with patience and empathy
- Help establish age-appropriate classroom expectations and routines
- Participate in classroom activities, transitions, meals, and daily routines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
- Be creative, enthusiastic, and engaged in your work
- Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers and school leadership
- Follow COA policies and applicable state licensing requirements
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow into a Lead Teacher role
Benefits
- 50% employee childcare discount
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- Opportunities to grow into a Lead Teacher role
- Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships
- Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life, accident, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Professional development and continued learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
