Assistant Teacher

Frazer Center; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazer Center is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support educational activities for children aged birth to five years. This role involves collaboration with Lead Teachers and providing a safe, nurturing environment while adhering to best practices in early childhood education. Candidates should possess a Child Development Associate (CDA) and have experience in structured educational settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) required.
• Knowledgeable of licensing regulations and NAEYC standards.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a structured educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in educational activities.
• Responsible for children's safety and supervision.
• Complete anecdotal notes for assigned children.

Skills

Caring for children

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification

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Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Summary Of Functions

Assists the Lead Teacher in the implementation of developmentally appropriate educational activities for a class of 8 to 20 children with and without disabilities

Primary Duty

• Caring for the physical needs of the children
  
  

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies
• Responsible for the daily opening and/or closing duties for the classroom
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing classroom equipment, toys, and supplies according to NAEYC guidelines
• Responsible for diapering and toileting children according to NAEYC guidelines
• Responsible for the daily safety and supervision of children, utilizing Active Supervision at all times
• Assures that the environment, materials and equipment are in good condition and reports problems and unsafe conditions to administration
• Responsible for completing developmentally accurate anecdotal notes on a weekly basis for an assigned group of children
• Responsible for completing illness/incident reports
• Collaborates and interacts effectively with ancillary personnel (e.g., therapists, Inclusion Coaches, etc.) to include children with disabilities
• Acts as classroom lead teacher in the absence of the assigned lead teacher
• Upholds and represents center philosophy to parents, visitors, and others
• Adheres to all policies and procedures as described in the Teacher Handbook
• Maintains all training requirements, including CPR/First Aid
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to reach, bend, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift from floor to chest level
• Ability to sit on classroom floor and/or small chairs
  
  

Organizational Relationships

Reports to and is under the direct and primary supervision of the Curriculum Coordinator of the Lead Teachers’ assigned classroom. The secondary supervisor is the Director of the Children’s Development Program.

Experience And/Or Educational Requirements

• Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) required
• Must complete Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification (must be kept up to date)
• Complete DECAL and NAEYC child care training and additional training specific to curriculum and intervention programs
• Knowledgeable of “best practices” as it pertains to Bright from the Start: Department of Early Care and Learning licensing regulations, the Creative Curriculum, Quality Rated, and NAEYC standards
• Minimum of one year of experience working in a structured educational setting with children from birth to five years old

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Management

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