Assistant Teacher

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s House, affiliated with St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System, seeks caring staff to provide direct care and supervision for infants to preschoolers in a developmentally supportive setting in Savannah, GA.

Responsibilities include assisting lead teachers, implementing lesson plans, maintaining records, and communicating with families. CPR/First Aid within 45 days is required; health and safety guidelines must be followed. CDA preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 3+ years of early care and education experience with young children.
• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) - Preferred
• Technical Certificate of Credit or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field - Preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification - Required within 45 days from date of hire
• Experience following health, safety, and licensing guidelines and strong communication with families

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and active supervision of children at all times, maintaining a safe, healthy environment.
• Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom routines, including transitions, meals, activities and supervision.
• Support implementation of daily lesson plans and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Maintain accurate child records, daily reports, attendance, and required documentation including incident reports and medication logs when applicable.
• Provide daily communication to families through informal conversations and written updates; participate in parent conferences as needed.
• Follow licensing regulations, Quality-Rated standards, and center policies regarding health, safety, supervision, and sanitation; collaborate with staff and directors.

Skills

Infants & toddlers experience

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Classroom support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA preferred

Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Education

Associate in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The Children's House is a 3-Star Quality Rated child care facility associated with St. Joseph's/Candler. The Children's House offers programs ranging from infant care to Pre-Kindergarten. Our mission is to promote the healthy growth and development of children and to strengthen and support the families and community.

The focus of our program is to promote developmentally appropriate learning through respect, diversity, self-esteem and equality in order to prepare our learners for success. We accomplish this vision through cooperation among highly trained co-workers, our children's families, and the community, in a safe, nurturing environment which provides individualized learning and developmentally appropriate practices.

We believe that young children learn best through creative, hands-on learning experiences in an environment that fosters curiosity.

Education

High School Diploma or GED; and 3 or more years of early care and education experience with young children

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) - Preferred

Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; Technical College Diploma (TCD) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; or Associate in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field - Preferred

Experience

Experience working with infants, toddlers, or pre-school-aged children - Required

1 Year of experience following health, safety, and licensing guidelines - Required

1 Year of experience demonstrating communication skills - Required

License & Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification - Required within 45 days from date of hire

Core Job Functions

Provide direct care and active supervision of children at all times while maintaining a safe, healthy environment. Ensure proper response to injuries, emergencies, administering medication as required, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state licensing regulations.

Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom routines, including transitions, meals, activities and supervision. Help maintain an organized and orderly learning environment.

Support implementation of daily lesson plans and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Encourage child participation and independence.

Maintain accurate child records, daily reports, attendance, and required documentation including incident reports and medication logs when applicable.

Provide daily communication to families through informal conversations and written updates. Participate in parent conferences as needed.

• Follow all licensing regulations, Quality-Rated standards, and center policies regarding health, safety, supervision, and sanitation.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and directors. Attend required meetings, scheduled professional development and trainings while maintaining professional conduct at all times.

Learn more about the many benefits available to SJ/C co-workers. From wellness programs and insurance options to child care and housing opporunities, SJ/C invests in the health and well-being of our co-workers in many ways.