Pre-K Assistant Teacher (Las Vegas)

SUNRISE CHILDRENS FOUNDATION•Las Vegas, NV

16d•$16 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-K Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Pre-K Teacher in planning and conducting developmentally appropriate activities for up to 15 children ages 3–5, including children with special needs. The role helps create a safe, appropriate environment where children can develop personal relationships, social and self-help skills, and problem-solving abilities. The assistant maintains a clean, orderly physical environment, supervises classroom activities, and participates in parent education and involvement. Assignments may include various classrooms, centers, and tasks as needed to meet program goals and ensure regulatory compliance. This position depends on renewal of the Nevada Pre-K annual grant. If the grant is not renewed, the employee will remain employed by Sunrise Children’s Foundation, but the position and salary may change. The position works in childcare centers, offices, and client homes, with possible exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases and moderate to loud noise. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, sitting on the floor, and using hands and fingers to manipulate equipment. Employees must uphold the organization’s Safety Program, including attending training, reporting hazards, and addressing spills and other safety concerns. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Must obtain at minimum a Pre-K CDA Certification within 9 months of hire, at the employee’s own expense.
Experience with preschool-age children in a center-based setting is necessary.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing.
Excellent record-keeping abilities.
Ability to understand policies and educational materials and communicate effectively and professionally with children, families, staff, and the public.
Must acquire CPR/First Aid training.
Must complete Live Scan fingerprinting, obtain negative TB results, complete a physical, and pass drug/alcohol testing.
Ability to meet physical demands that include lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, sitting on the floor, and manipulating equipment with hands and fingers.
Ability to see and hear to read materials, conduct conversations, and share developmental reports with families.

Nice To Haves

T.E.A.C.H. program participation is highly encouraged.
Bilingual English-Spanish speaking and writing skills are helpful.
Preschool CDA or higher preferred.
Six months of experience with infants and toddlers is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the Lead Pre-K Teacher in planning and conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children.
Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, additional state requirements, and SCF policies and procedures.
Participate in required meetings, training, and activities.
Develop and maintain individualized curriculum with the education team and parents.
Conduct screenings and assessments and develop plans for each child.
Maintain a healthy, safe, and culturally sensitive learning environment.
Maintain accurate records and complete required tasks by deadlines.
Build positive relationships with families and promote parent involvement.
Participate in transition activities.
Collaborate with program staff and partners to support program mission and goals.
Uphold SCF Safety Program responsibilities, including attending training, reporting hazards, and cleaning up spills or other safety concerns.