Teacher Assistant

IMMANUEL LIVING • Kalispell, MT

38d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The ideal candidate will be committed to building deep relationships with their students and use knowledge to develop and execute an emergent curriculum that captures students’ curiosity and love for learning. Through innovative project-based learning, social-emotional lessons and discussion, and purposeful play, the Assistant Preschool Teacher will create a joyful, cooperative environment. The Assistant Teacher will assist the lead teacher in setting up and maintaining the classroom according to state, STARS and curricular standards. The Assistant Teacher will also oversee the classroom operations and substitute for the lead teacher on occasion as needed. Documentation and Communication Other Duties and Responsibilities Maintain good working relationships among staff Maintain understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with residents, resident families, and coworkers Maintain regular work attendance and follow established work schedule. Hours and days of the week must be flexible to meet scheduling requirements. Ability to maintain the quality of the programs. Demonstrated ability to work as a team, verbally communicate with both adults and children. Demonstrated ability to use good judgment and remain calm in difficult situations. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply licensing, STARS, and health standards. Ability to understand acceptable early childhood practices and the stages of child development and implement acceptable positive behavior guidance techniques. Ability to follow instructions and demonstrate accurate record keeping, time management and multi-tasking skills. Ability to accept constructive criticism and make adjustment as needed.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work under time and/or deadline pressures.
• Frequently required to stand at least 90% of the shift.
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Stoop, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, or crawl.
• Talk and hear.
• Frequently lift up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely lift up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely lift more than 40 pounds.
• Occasionally reach above shoulder height.
• Frequently reach from chest to shoulder.
• Frequently reach from waist to chest.
• Frequently reach below waist level.
• Occasionally carry up to 12 pounds.
• Rarely carry up to 20 pounds.
• Frequently push / pull up to 20 pounds.
• Frequently push up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely push over 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Experience working with young children.
• Meet licensing requirements for immunizations (being immunized against MMR and a Tdap booster in the past 10 years).
• Negative TB clearance.
• First Aid / CPR Certified in Pediatric and Adult, or ability to become certified immediately upon hire.
• Subject to a minimum of 16 hours of Early Childhood training annually.

Nice To Haves

• Early Childhood Education Degree.
• Knowledge of NAEYC Accreditation Standards and Code of Ethics.
• Knowledge of STARS policies, practices and procedures including meal preparation and service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in setting up and maintaining the classroom according to state, STARS and curricular standards.
• Oversee the classroom operations and substitute for the lead teacher on occasion as needed.
• Maintain good working relationships among staff.
• Maintain understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with residents, resident families, and coworkers.
• Maintain regular work attendance and follow established work schedule.
• Maintain the quality of the programs.
• Work as a team, verbally communicate with both adults and children.
• Use good judgment and remain calm in difficult situations.
• Learn and apply licensing, STARS, and health standards.
• Understand acceptable early childhood practices and the stages of child development and implement acceptable positive behavior guidance techniques.
• Follow instructions and demonstrate accurate record keeping, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Accept constructive criticism and make adjustments as needed.

Benefits

• Affordable Child Care
• Retirement Savings Program with strong employer match
• Generous paid-time off (PTO) program, earn as you go and carry over from year to year.
• Medical benefits
• Optional dental insurance
• Employee scholarships promoting lifelong learning
• Employee wellness programs
• Free and Discounted employee meals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED