Assistant Preschool Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement

Paid time off in the Spring, Summer and Winter.

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant in Charleston, South Carolina, to support Teachers and the Director in creating a nurturing environment for children. In this role, you will implement educational activities, encourage participation, and foster communication with parents regarding their children's progress.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of child care experience, strong communication skills, and be CPR and First Aid certified. The position also offers benefits such as insurance and paid time off after a probationary period.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing curricula activities.
• Engage in activities and maintain classroom order.
• Communicate frequently with parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About This Role

The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher Assistant observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teacher Assistants are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of the SC Early Learning Standards

Benefits

• Insurance
• Retirement
• Paid time off in the Spring, Summer and Winter. (After completion of a 90 day probationary period.)