Assistant Teacher (50699)

MIDCOAST MAINE COMMUNITY ACTION; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Midcoast Maine Community Action in Brunswick, ME is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the lead teacher and help create a fun, engaging learning environment for young children.

You will assist with activities, prepare materials, and help manage classroom dynamics while communicating with parents about children's progress. A High school diploma or equivalent and classroom experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children in a classroom or similar setting.
• Basic understanding of child development and educational practices.
• Good communication skills to interact with kids, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow directions.
• Patience and creativity in engaging with young learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with classroom activities and lessons.
• Help prepare materials and set up learning spaces.
• Support children during playtime and educational activities.
• Encourage positive behavior and help manage classroom dynamics.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about children's progress.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to planning sessions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience working with children in a classroom or similar setting

Good communication skills

Ability to work well in a team

Patience and creativity in engaging with young learners

Basic understanding of child development and educational practices

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Brunswick HS - Brunswick, ME 04011

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $16.38 - $17.20 Hourly

Job Category: Education

Job Purpose

- As an Assistant Teacher at Midcoast Maine Community Action, your role is to support the lead teacher in creating a fun and engaging learning environment for young children, helping them grow and learn every day.

Key Responsibilities

• - Assist the lead teacher with classroom activities and lessons.
• - Help prepare materials and set up learning spaces.
• - Support children during playtime and educational activities.
• - Encourage positive behavior and help manage classroom dynamics.
• - Communicate with parents and caregivers about children's progress.
• - Participate in team meetings and contribute to planning sessions.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• - High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• - Experience working with children in a classroom or similar setting
• - Basic understanding of child development and educational practices

Required Skills and Abilities:

• - Good communication skills to interact with kids, parents, and staff
• - Ability to work well in a team and follow directions
• - Patience and creativity in engaging with young learners