Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Short-term disability for those who qualify

Earned Paid Time Off

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Memphis, TN, to help create a nurturing and safe learning environment for children. The role involves supporting teachers in implementing quality educational programs, communicating with parents, and developing positive relationships with children. Successful candidates will exhibit strong communication skills and have a solid understanding of child development, with required certifications like CPR and First Aid. Benefits include paid holidays, short-term disability, and earned paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong understanding of child development.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Must clear full background check and pass health screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities.
• Encourage participation by children in activities.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Excellent leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College level courses in Early Childhood Education

Child development certificate

Job description

Summary

The Assistant Teacher 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 assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• 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

• 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

• College level courses in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Child development certificate
• 2 plus years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Short-term disability for those who qualify
• Earned Paid Time Off