Assistant Teacher

Easter Seals Serving DCIMDIVA•Falls Church, VA

82d•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals DC MD VA is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Assistant Teachers. This role involves working with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, supporting their development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. The organization is dedicated to promoting equity, inclusion, and access through its life-changing services for children, adults, caregivers, and veterans. Easterseals prides itself on a rewarding, positive, and friendly employee experience with a collaborative culture that fosters teamwork. They celebrate achievements and aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and experience the joy of learning.

Requirements

Must meet state/local licensing requirements for education.
A minimum of 1 year of professional teaching experience required.
Has the ability to work in all age groups served by the center.
Minimum age: 16 with work-permit.
Committed to prioritizing children and families' needs.
Effective communication with participants, families, and community sources.
Willingness to actively participate and problem-solve.
Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination by a doctor to include submission of information regarding immunizations/vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

Related college-level coursework or CDA or higher preferred.
Requirements may vary based on location.

Responsibilities

Work with the team to create inclusive activities for all children, including those with disabilities.
Help plan engaging classroom activities following Easterseals and NAEYC guidelines.
Create a motivating and nurturing classroom environment for the children.
Prioritize child health, safety, and well-being. Assist with feeding, toileting, and cleanliness.
Perform additional duties as needed to support the center's operation and children's well-being.
Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and appealing classroom environment.
Adhere to all health and safety procedures and policies as outlined by regulatory bodies.
Encourage all children and adults to use appropriate health, safety, and nutritional practices.
Keep children within the required sight and sound supervision guidelines.
Be aware of the number of children in your care and maintain staff/child ratios at all times.
Set developmentally appropriate limits for children in accordance with positive guidance standards.
Interact with children frequently, with care and respect at all times.
Speak to children at their level, giving them your full attention.
Be available and respond promptly and appropriately to children’s needs.
Model and encourage developmentally appropriate social behavior and expectations.
Engage in frequent conversations with children and seek opportunities to expand on their learning.
Ensure continuity of care by reporting to work on time and maintaining consistent attendance.
Attend all mandatory meetings, trainings, professional development days and other location events as instructed.
Assume a fair share of responsibility in the classroom and demonstrate initiative to support meeting the needs of the children, teaching team and classroom.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues through professional and respectful communication and collaboration.
Protect confidential information of staff and families and treat necessary communications related to such information with sensitivity.
Follow the open door/conflict resolution procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook when addressing concerns.
Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the Easter Seals Employee Handbook.
Make routine decisions regarding classroom management.
Create and implement lesson plans in accordance with Creative Curriculum.
Track and assess children’s development using Teaching Strategies Gold.
Communicate with parents regarding children’s progress using Teaching Strategies Gold.
Schedule and manage the parent teacher conference process in accordance with center guidelines.
Communicate with a Supervisor regarding concerns about a child’s behavior or developmental process in advance of communication with parents.