Assistant Teacher

Catapult Learning, Inc.; West New York (NJ); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to educational excellence and student success. As an assistant teacher, you will play a vital role in fostering a positive learning environment for students. Your responsibilities will include supporting classroom activities, maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, and ensuring the well-being of each child. This position offers flexible opportunities to work year-round or during the summer, either full-time or part-time, allowing you to find the perfect balance for your career and personal life. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AA in Early Childhood preferred.
• Fluent in English and CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom planning and maintain a child-friendly environment.
• Supervise children and communicate with parents and staff.

Skills

Fluent English

Child Advocacy

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

AA in Early Childhood

Child Associate Development Certificate

Para Pro Certificate

Job description

Company Overview

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. Join Catapult Learning and become a part of a national organization with a legacy of more than 45 years of student impact.

Overview

Catapult Learning is seeking an assistant teacher to support with classroom responsibilities.

• Availability to work in a before and after school program, and summer programs.
• Before Care Hours are from 7:30am – 8:40am
• After Care Hours are from 2:45pm – 5:30pm
• Understanding and acclimating to the program's routine to assist teacher and provide classroom support, as well as classroom coverage.
• Working with all students in the program to promote their learning and pro-social development.

Responsibilities

How you’ll be there for students:

Be their advocate, difference maker, and mentor.

• Supports in maintaining an attractive and child-oriented classroom environment.
• Contributes to classroom planning and organization.
• Maintains confidentiality of students and parents.
• Attends school functions and trainings as required and requested.
• Communicates openly with parents, staff, and children, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Directs parental concerns and information relative to children's progress to the teacher.
• Provides discipline according to program philosophy.
• Maintains constant supervision of children.
• Completes 12 hours of continuing staff development each year, including annual orientation training.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJ Manual of requirements for Child Care Centers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

What we need from you:

The positive, enthusiastic teacher we seek has the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Child Associate Development Certificate Preferred
• AA in Early Childhood
• Fluent English speaker
• Para Pro Certificate
• PEDIATRIC/CPR First Aid Certified
• Education Majors Welcomed to Apply

Wherever you are in your career, there’s a place for you on our team.

Be there for students at Catapult Learning partner schools in the way that works best for you: year-round and/or during summer, full-time or part-time. Our various career options empower educators to find a place that is right for this moment in their lives and careers.

Be where you’re meant to be. Apply today.

About Catapult Learning

Catapult Learning, a division of FullBloom, provides intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in K-12 schools. We partner with 500+ school districts to produce positive outcomes that promote academic and professional growth. Catapult Learning is accredited by Cognia and has earned its 2022 System of Distinction honor.

FullBloom could not realize its mission or meet its business goals without the unique talents and contributions of its diverse group of professionals. Our company culture, practices, and systems reflect our values in all that we do to create an authentic and welcoming environment for all. Learn more about our company culture and Core 5 Values here.

FullBloom is an equal opportunity employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Rate

USD $16.00 - USD $22.00 /Yr.

Physical Requirements

Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs. Most programs are in school settings.