Georgia Prek Assistant Teacher

Covington East•Covington, GA

About The Position

As a Para Pro, you will assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities according to approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development. You will also be responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. Assist Lead Teacher in the education, safety, and wellbeing of a classroom of 22 children. Take on interchanging roles with Lead Teacher throughout the day as class moves through the curriculum from one activity to the next. Assist in providing 6.5 hours of instructional time with a minimum of 180 days of class time and 10 days of teacher work days per contract year. Attend Annual Professional Development Training as Required by Management

Requirements

Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum
Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required
Must be able to meet all state requirements for a Georgia Pre-k Assistant Teacher.
Enrolled PDS (Profession Development Registry System)
Verified in PDS that they are qualified to be a Georgia Pre-K Para Pro
Minimum of a CDA, TCC, two year ECE, or a Bachelor's degree in any field

Responsibilities

Assist lead teacher with planning lessons
Instructing children in activities according to approved curriculum
Maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment
Assist Lead Teacher in the education, safety, and wellbeing of a classroom of 22 children
Take on interchanging roles with Lead Teacher throughout the day as class moves through the curriculum from one activity to the next
Assist in providing 6.5 hours of instructional time with a minimum of 180 days of class time and 10 days of teacher work days per contract year
Attend Annual Professional Development Training as Required by Management