Assistant Teacher

Discovery Point; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Para Pro to assist the lead teacher in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. Responsibilities include supporting the educational process, facilitating learning activities, and ensuring compliance with licensing requirements. Candidates must have relevant credentials and a commitment to early childhood development.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Verified in PDS as qualified Pre-K Para Pro.
• Must be able to meet state background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in the education, safety, and wellbeing of a classroom of 22 children.
• Take on interchanging roles with Lead Teacher throughout the day.
• Attend Annual Professional Development Training as required by management.

Skills

Knowledge of early childhood education

Knowledge of child care licensing rules

Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety

Education

Minimum of a CDA, TCC, two year ECE, or a Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary:

As a Para Pro, you will assist the lead teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities according to approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development. You will also be responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.

• Assist Lead Teacher in the education, safety, and wellbeing of a classroom of 22 children.
• Take on interchanging roles with Lead Teacher throughout the day as class moves through the curriculum from one activity to the next.
• Assist in providing 6.5 hours of instructional time with a minimum of 180 days of class time and 10 days of teacher work days per contract year.
• Attend Annual Professional Development Training as Required by Management

Qualifications:

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience
• Knowledge of early childhood education and curriculum
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
• Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required
• Must be able to meet state background check requirements.

Requirements:

• Enrolled PDS (Profession Development Registry System)
• Verified in PDS that they are qualified to be a Georgia Pre-K Para Pro
• Minimum of a CDA, TCC, two year ECE, or a Bachelor's degree in any field