Afternoon Lead & Preschool Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire LLC; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire LLC is seeking a Preschool Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing classroom for young children. You will assist with daily activities, supervise groups, promote development, and collaborate with families and staff.

An energetic, reliable candidate with strong communication skills and a basic understanding of child development is required. CPR/First Aid within 90 days, background check, and health screening are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience working with groups of children.
• Well developed people skills.
• Ability to communicate well with children, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and emergency personnel.
• High energy.
• An understanding of child development.

Responsibilities

• Assist and work together with supervisors, lead teachers, and co-workers to provide an environment in which children are safe, happy, and comfortable.
• Understand basic and individual needs of children and respond and interact appropriately.
• Overall management and supervision of the group of children to which assigned.
• Carry out discipline in accordance with the center’s policy.
• Implement and supervise a variety of developmentally appropriate activities in accordance with the policies and mission of the center.
• Teach and practice good personal hygiene.
• Serve meals and snacks in accordance with the center’s policies.
• Provide a safe, clean, and orderly environment for children.
• Understand and be able to implement emergency procedures.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings.
• Collaborate with other staff and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of the program.
• Participate in at least sixteen hours of training on an annual basis that is related to the appropriate age group
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, families, and co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Acquire4Hire LLC is seeking a Preschool Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing classroom for young children. You will assist with daily activities, supervise groups, promote development, and collaborate with families and staff.

An energetic, reliable candidate with strong communication skills and a basic understanding of child development is required. CPR/First Aid within 90 days, background check, and health screening are mandatory.