Childcare Assistant Teacher
About The Position
We are a forward-thinking, Reggio-inspired early learning center. We are seeking inspired and enthusiastic individuals to join our talented, dynamic staff as infant/toddler specialists. Alphabet Academy / The Nest are family-centered and forward-thinking early learning centers with a Reggio Emilia-based approach to childhood learning, activity, and play. Our teachers work together to proudly nurture curious and joyful children, provide kind and gentle attention, and foster engaging and creative classrooms. Candidates must be passionate about infants and toddlers and committed to working in the field of early childhood education. The ideal candidate will be eager to support colleagues as they build trusting relationships that encourage each child's growth, development, and healthy attachments. Our teachers and staff value relationships with children's families, supporting them as they balance the demands of careers and family. Alphabet Academy / The Nest is excited to mentor, learn from, and partner with like-minded professionals who have diverse backgrounds, experiences and learning styles. We are looking for individuals who will quickly learn the expectations, curriculum and culture of the school.
Requirements
- Passionate about infants and toddlers.
- Committed to working in the field of early childhood education.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- An associate/bachelors or master's degree in early childhood education/development or related field (varies depending on position.)
Nice To Haves
- Intentional teaching practices that are grounded in the Reggio Emilia approach.
- A gentle, warm, creative demeanor.
- A working knowledge of the RIE approach to infant/toddler care.
- Enthusiasm for being outdoors in all types of weather.
- Enthusiasm about nature-based learning, including farm-to-table gardening.
Responsibilities
- Nurture curious and joyful children.
- Provide kind and gentle attention.
- Foster engaging and creative classrooms.
- Support colleagues in building trusting relationships that encourage each child's growth, development, and healthy attachments.
- Value relationships with children's families, supporting them as they balance the demands of careers and family.
- Learn the expectations, curriculum and culture of the school.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Childcare discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
