Assistant Teacher CDC

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Albany, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Southwest Georgia Kid’s Corner Child Development Center in Albany, GA is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support educators in delivering an enriching, inclusive learning environment. This role focuses on developing self-esteem, social interaction, and communication skills while following state guidelines and performing routine classroom duties.

Responsibilities include lesson preparation, aiding plan implementation, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 90 hours college credit or 2 years of technical college credits.
• At least 1 year of experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.
• Must have a valid Class 1 Georgia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing materials for lessons.
• Assist teacher during lesson plan implementation.
• Provide supportive environment for children to learn and practice appropriate behaviors.
• Maintain classroom regulations per state guidelines.
• Perform housekeeping duties and sanitizing as required.
• Follow closing checklist duties and communicate with parents/guardians.
• Adapt to classroom routines and participate in staff development as needed.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

90 hours college credit or 2 years technical college

Job description

# Assistant Teacher CDCThe Arc of SWGA - Albany, GA 31707## OverviewSalary Range$10.00 - $10.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull-Time/Part-TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelHigh School/GED## DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Assist all teachers in providing and educationally enriching and stimulating environment where experience is designed to develop self-esteem and positive self-image, social interaction, self- expression and communication skills, creative expressions, and intellectual growth.Non- Exempt Position.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist teacher in preparing materials for lessons.Assist teacher during lesson plan implementation.Provided a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.Maintain regulations of classroom in accordance with state guidelines.Perform basic housekeeping duties, which may include vacuuming, cleaning tables, disinfecting toys, and following proper handwashing, diaper changing, and toileting guidelines.Perform miscellaneous job-related duties.Follow and complete closing checklist duties.Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.Able to adapt to classroom routines.Maintains current CPR/1st Aid training, as well as any required staff development training.Other duties as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.OTHER KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:He/she must be a mature person who is friendly, caring, and who can communicate well. He/she must have a working knowledge of the agency’s Mission and Vision as well as the programs and services. He/she must have a knowledge and understanding of the agency’s accreditation process and its value to the organization.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:The Arc of Southwest Georgia Kid’s Corner Child Development Center provides an academically oriented environment conducive to learning and nurturing. Also provides an activities environment and an instructional setting in addition to a place to conduct business and personal interviews with the consumers’ families and professionals. Some travel is expected as a part of this position.JOB RELATIONSHIPS:He/She will be supervised by the Director of Child Development Center.He/she will have no supervisory responsibilities over other employees.The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.## QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:Required: High school diploma or GED and a minimum of ninety (90) hours of college credit or two (2) years of technical college credits. Must have at least one (1) year of experience working directly with individuals with disabilities. Must have a valid Class 1 Georgia driver’s license.