Assistant Preschool Teacher

KLA Schools Chamblee; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Schools Chamblee is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Teacher and to assist with daily activities for children in a collaborative classroom. The role includes guiding small groups, maintaining cleanliness, and helping with mealtimes and nap periods.

Ideal candidates are at least 18, hold an associate degree in early childhood education (or higher) and may have a CDA. A strong commitment to safety and developmentally appropriate practice is essential.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or higher.
• 45 Hours of Childcare Training completed.
• CDA certification is preferred.
• Background screening must be cleared.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Teacher and support daily activities with children.
• Work with small groups of children with varying abilities, including those with special needs.
• Keep classrooms and bathrooms clean and organized.
• Assist with lunch preparation and serving; monitor food temperature.
• Prepare lunchboxes and organize nap area.
• Support drop-off and dismissal times.
• Attend meetings as needed.
• Follow health, safety, and operating procedures.

Skills

Good writing skills

Bilingual (a plus)

Time management skills

Education

Associate’s degree in early childhood education or higher

CDA (preferred)

Job description

The Assistant Teacher assists the Head Teacher. The key responsibility of assistant teachers isto support Head Teachers daily while with children.
During the introductory period, the employee’s supervisor explains job responsibilities andthe performance standards expected. From time to time, the employee may be asked towork on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operationof KLA Schools. His or her cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work isexpected and appreciated.

Key Responsibilities of Assistant Teachers

• Allows the children to negotiate in the group (Intervention, as assistant teacher, in thechildren’s conflicts should be minimal.)
• Works with small groups of children of varying abilities and interests, including thosewith special needs
• Keeps bathrooms clean (changing table, sink, toilet, floor)
• Labels and keeps all children’s belongings organized
• Keeps track of children’s visits to the bathroom
• Uses appropriate techniques when changing diapers (gloves, wipes, and cleanliness)
• Supports teachers in keeping the classroom clean and organized
• Heats and serves lunch to children (Assistant Teachers must check if food is too hotbefore serving it.)
• Cleans up lunch area after snacks and lunch
• Prepares lunchboxes to go home
• Organizes nap area in the classroom
• Supports teachers when helping children fall asleep
• Supports teachers at drop-off and dismissal time
• Supports teachers organizing and cleaning toys, equipment, and furnishings
• (maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine of cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting)
• Attends meetings as needed

Reporting Relationship

• Reports directly to the Head Teacher of the class and the School Director

Job, Health, and Educational Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or higher
• 45 Hours of Childcare Training
• CDA (preferred)
• Commitment to state, federal, and KLA Schools guidelines
• Background screening requirements
• Ability to frequently lift, move, or hold children up to 40 pounds
• Ability to occasionally lift, move, or hold weight up to 40 pounds

Shift 8:30 - 5:30

Assistant Teacher

• Ability to supervise and interact with the children outdoors for extended periods in
  varied weather conditions
• Full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate inactivities
• Immediate and appropriate responsiveness to multiple or unexpected situations or
  emergencies
• Mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essentialjob requirements
• Good organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to travel and commute for professional development
• Commitment to learning and applying the Reggio Emilia philosophy
• Commitment to state and local agency training requirements and certifications
• Good writing skills
• Bilingual (a plus)
• Adherence to all health, safety, and operating procedures as outlined by KLA Schools
• Ability, in the event of the school’s transition to a Virtual Learning Program, to support
  the planning and implementation of that program as well as participate in all virtual
  meetings and events that may be required by the School Director

Job Performance

• Arrives to work on time
• Clocks in and out at door daily
• Notifies the school if sick or will not be coming to work
• Dresses appropriately and follows the school dress code
• Plans and implements projects along with head teachers
• Cleans toys
• Keeps supplies and classroom clean and organized
• Attends responsibly to the safety of the children
• Attends child development workshops
• Maintains positive communication with parents, children, and other staff members

For all job descriptions, the employee is responsible for keeping in-service hours or education and training requirements up to date. Not having these education or training requirements up to date constitutes a violation to the terms of employment. If the employee is not in compliance, he or she will have three months to correct this violation to avoid suspension without pay. If suspended, the employee will be reinstated only after completing the necessary in-service hours, education, or training requirements and providing proof of completion to the School Director or Assistant Director.