Support Teacher/Closer

Primrose School•East Brunswick, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a part of the Team at Primrose School of East Brunswick located at 138 Summerhill Road East Brunswick, NJ 08816 you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. We are looking for candidates for part time positions. The ideal candidate is flexible with their schedule, has experience working with children (Infants to 5 years old), has experience working with children and with administrative work. We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate person to join our team here at Primrose School of East Brunswick. Each new addition to the Primrose Family has the opportunity to strengthen the message of why Primrose Teaching Staff does what we do, to reinforce how we make a difference, and to expand our ability to serve children and families in our community. The Support Teacher/Closer will play a versatile role in supporting the Leadership and Administration teams while helping to ensure the school operates in a clean, organized, safe, and nurturing environment.

Requirements

Must meet basic requirements of local child-care regulatory agency
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, flexible, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on work in the classroom.
This position requires someone who can take initiative, work collaboratively, and confidently step into different responsibilities based on the needs of the school.
experience working with children (Infants to 5 years old)
experience working with children and with administrative work
flexible with their schedule

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Leadership team, including filing, organizing paperwork, preparing materials, and assisting with other operational tasks as needed.
Support daily closing procedures, including cleaning, organizing, and sanitizing classrooms and common areas.
Assist with laundry and kitchen closing responsibilities to ensure the school is prepared for the following day.
Provide classroom coverage and general supervision as needed, maintaining a safe, positive, and engaging environment for children.
Step into classroom responsibilities when necessary, including supporting routines, transitions, activities, and behavior management.
In the absence of the Lead Teacher, implement the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and follow established lesson plans and classroom routines.
Provide opportunities for children to explore, manipulate, and engage with a variety of materials and resources through both structured learning activities and active play.
Maintain a classroom environment that is safe, organized, engaging, and productive and collaborate with the Team to ensure consistency in classroom expectations and school procedures.
Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to assist wherever needed to support the overall success of the school and its students.

Benefits

Paid time off
Training & development
401(k)
The opportunity to make a difference
A working environment in which team members respect one another
A School Leadership Team that supports the professional and personal growth of the staff
Low student/teacher ratios
Clear expectations, necessary resources, and support to meet children’s needs
Extensive training and opportunities for continual learning and development for staff
Work alongside a talented team in state-of-the-art classrooms and pass on your love of learning to young, eager minds
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Direct Deposit
Referral Program