Full Time Assistant Teacher

First Learning•Rochester, NY

10d•$16 - $19

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher assists with the general supervision and management of a classroom, helping provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating, and educational environment where children can develop at their own pace socially, physically, emotionally, and cognitively. The role supports classroom planning and daily operations in accordance with First Learning Child Care policies, New York State child care regulations, and the philosophy and guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The Assistant Teacher cares for and supervises children, supports age-appropriate learning activities and classroom environments, communicates with families and colleagues, maintains records, and assists with staffing and operational needs. The position may serve in the absence of the Head Teacher or Teacher. The employee must complete 15 hours of early childhood training within the first six months and each year thereafter, and maintain a current Aspire account for recording education and training with QualitystarsNY.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Commitment to working with young children in a way that encourages their emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development, as outlined by NAEYC guidelines.
Knowledge of New York State child care regulations.
Effective and tactful oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with children, coworkers, and parents.
Ability to use constructive methods to maintain group control and address individual behaviors.
Ability to use sound judgment and tact.
Ability to work as a team member.
Flexibility, particularly in scheduling and practices to respond to program needs.
Creativity and patience.
Ability to observe, see, hear, and respond to children's needs, emergencies, and conflicts in classrooms, on playgrounds, in other Center areas, or on field trips.
Ability to lift approximately 30 pounds from the floor to a waist-high table 25–30 times daily.
Ability to reach a child 20–30 feet away within 30 seconds.
Ability to crouch to a child's height, maintain eye contact at the child's level, and sit on the floor for extended periods regularly.
Good health confirmed by a physician's statement and proof of being free of tuberculosis.
New York State Registry clearance.
Criminal History Fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related work experience with children is preferred.
Increasing knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and age-appropriate activities corresponding with NAEYC guidelines.

Responsibilities

Follow First Learning Child Care policies and procedures and New York State Office of Children and Family Services child care licensing regulations.
Provide for the care, safety, and well-being of all children in the classroom, including diapering, toileting, feeding, washing, dressing, comforting, and preparing children for rest.
Assist in planning and implementing an age-appropriate, open-ended program consistent with NAEYC philosophy.
Help prepare an inviting, clean, and organized classroom with learning centers and hands-on activities consistent with NAEYC philosophy.
Interact frequently with children in a positive, respectful, responsive, and encouraging manner in accordance with NAEYC guidelines.
Orient and actively supervise children in small and large groups.
Develop relationships with parents and communicate directly with them regularly.
Maintain classroom records and required written documentation.
Maintain a positive work climate and communicate effectively and directly with other staff.
Assist new and substitute staff assigned to the classroom.
Assist the supervisor and provide staff support to other classrooms and employees as needed.
Assist with maintenance, general housekeeping, and repair of assigned areas and common spaces.
Perform administrative duties as needed for classroom and Center operations.
Serve in the absence of the Head Teacher or Teacher as needed.
Complete 15 hours of early childhood training within the first six months and every year thereafter.
Maintain a current Aspire account to record education and training with QualitystarsNY.