Child Care Assistant Teacher - Toddler Room

CCM Health Brand•Montevideo, MN

34d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the teacher with the education and care services offered through CCM Health’s Child Care Center. This person will assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate lessons for cognitive, physical, and social emotional development; provide day-to-day care, and observe, assess, and document developmental milestones of children in their care.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age
High school diploma or commissioner of education-selected high school equivalency certification plus 2,080 hours worked as an aide or student intern OR Minnesota license as a family day care or group family day care provider plus 2,080 hours worked as a licensed family day care or group family day care provider OR Diploma from Association Montessori Internationale or preprimary credential, primary diploma, or provisional certificate from the American Montessori Society plus 520 hours worked as an aide or student intern OR Minnesota technical institute certificate as a Child Development Assistant plus 520 hours worked as an aide or student intern OR Two years full-time postsecondary education from a college or university plus 1,040 hours worked as an aide or student intern OR Child Development Associate credential, center based or for family day care, from the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition OR Baccalaureate degree in any field from an accredited college or university OR Certificate or credential for a two-year program in child development or early childhood education at a Minnesota community college or technical college OR License from the Minnesota Department of Children, Families, and Learning for Prekindergarten Associate
Experience working with children ranging in ages from 0-6.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Must be creative, enthusiastic and have a high energy level
Proven ability to work collaboratively
Decisive, patient, and understanding
Keen attention to detail
Superior organizational skills
Knowledge of child care regulations
Ability to care for several children at once
Ability to adapt well to change and be a quick learner with the ability to make changes in the daycare schedule as needed
Ability to take direction and coaching in order to provide the highest quality of care

Nice To Haves

Possess a deep love for children and a strong commitment to building positive relationships with families and the community

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with the education and care services offered through CCM Health’s Child Care Center.
Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate lessons for cognitive, physical, and social emotional development.
Provide day-to-day care for children.
Observe, assess, and document developmental milestones of children in their care.
Prepare, cook, serve, and clean-up meals served to the children.