Silver Spring Early Learning - Assistant Teacher

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington•Silver Spring, MD

50d

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher position reports to the Early Learning Director or Assistant Early Learning Director. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of all classroom activities that meet the child’s social, physical, emotional and mental growth within a developmental framework. Some of the exciting tasks you will do as the Assistant Teacher include but are not limited to:

Requirements

Must be at least 20 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
Must have three years’ experience working with children plus one year as a teacher working in a licensed center
Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
Must have visual acuity to observe all children

Responsibilities

Implements the program to meet the needs, special interest and capabilities of children and in accordance with the teacher’s lesson plan
Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary
Attends parent-child event
Attends staff meetings and in-service training to meet the continuing education requirement established by the licensing office
Provides a neat, clean environment for all children including snack/kitchen area, and monitors children’s activities to ensure that children clean up after themselves
Works cooperatively with all staff, members and program participants
Participates in special events, field trips or special programs
Have fun entertaining and engaging with the children during story time, playground time, and arts and crafts