Childcare Assistant Teacher - Infants

Friends of Switchpoint Inc•Saint George, UT

19h•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Stepping Stones Childcare Assistant Teacher - Infants Full Time: 32-40 hours/week Pay range starting $15-$16 DOE Shift options: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Stepping Stones Child Care Center is seeking Assistant Teachers! If you enjoy working with children and helping to provide a fun, safe and educational environment where you can make a difference, then this is the position that you’ve been searching for. Stepping Stones Child Care Center is in search of individuals looking to make early childhood education their career and develop and grow their skills and techniques in the field!

Requirements

Previous experience in an early childhood and care setting.
High School Diploma/GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a Utah Child Care Licensing Background Check.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Friendly and approachable demeanor.
Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic always.
Ability to work as a team member with other staff and with families of children in care.
Complete and maintain current CPR/First Aid and Food Handlers Permit certifications.
Must be available to work a flexible schedule to meet the child care needs of families.

Nice To Haves

Previous knowledge of Utah Child Care Licensing rules and regulations.
Previous experience working with at risk children and families.
Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Teacher works cooperatively as a member of a classroom team in partnership with the Lead Teacher(s) to deliver high-quality care to all children and families, and is responsible for the safety, supervision, and activities of children in care.
Ensure that the classroom environment is healthy, safe, clean, and engaging for children in care.
Complete daily logs, communicate with families through the family engagement app by sending progress notes and information to the child’s families while in care each day. Complete required documentation and daily activity logs for all children in care.
Assist in conducting daily environmental safety checklists in the indoor classroom environment and outdoor environment to ensure adequate health and safety for the children in care. Report any items that need repaired or attention to the Director.
Track attendance, meals and snacks for each child and required documentation for the CACFP food program.
Complete required annual training and professional development opportunities provided by Stepping Stones Child Care.
Cover planning and meal break times for the classroom team and assist in various classrooms as assigned each day.
Comply with local, state, and federal laws governing child care.