New York State Pre-K Assistant Teacher, Childtime of Mechanicville

Learning Care Group • Mechanicville, NY

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond. As an Assistant Teacher, you are: Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom. Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families. Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics. Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and Six hours of college credit in Early Childhood Education or Related field required.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Nice To Haves

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool is preferred

Responsibilities

• Instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program.
• Ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom by following all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements.
• Accurately observe, assess, and plan for children.
• Effectively communicate with families.
• Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

Benefits

• Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• paid time-off
• 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree