CDC Assistant Teacher(non-cert

King's Daughters Medical Center; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a CDC Assistant Teacher responsible for child supervision and classroom activities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and possibly prior experience in child care. This role demands strong communication and organizational skills to ensure a safe and enriching environment for children.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certified annually.
• Current state criminal record check on file.
• Previous professional child care or teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
• Communicate with parents regarding children's well-being.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• JOB SUMMARY
  • The CDC Assistant Teacher is responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times, being alert for the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group. In the absence of the lead teacher, may assume temporary responsibilities of executing classroom activities as well as outdoor play and time in the gym.
• DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Overall performance rating of below indicated essential job duties:
  • Coordinate room decoration with seasonal/theme related bulletin boards, photographs, children's art work and other appropriate displays under the direction of the lead teacher.
  • Aware of State and local health department regulated polices and maintains compliance in the classroom as well as supports other areas of the CDC.
  • Assists Housekeeping by cleaning classroom counters, cabinets, tables/chairs. Sweeps and mops classroom as needed.
  • Disinfects toys and learning resources in the classroom.
  • Handle discipline appropriately and promptly and in accordance with stated policy on discipline. Confers with lead teacher and or director for guidance/assistance when needed.
  • Informs lead teacher of classroom supply or maintenance concerns in a timely manner; and/or leadership of classroom concerns regarding children, families or team members.
  • Maintains communication with parents and confidentiality regarding children, families, and other team members.
  • Report to Site Director or Administrative Director any cases of suspect child abuse or neglect. Contacts appropriate agencies as outlined in policy.
• EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum requirement:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • CPR and First Aid certified annually
  • Current state criminal record check on file
  • Preferred qualifications:
  • Previous professional child care or teaching experience
• WORKING ENVIRONMENT
  • This job operates in a professional classroom environment routinely using standard office equipment such as computers.
  • Occasionally work in outside in mild weather conditions
  • The noise level in this position is usually low to moderate.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting).
  • Frequently required to walk and move about.
  • Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment.
  • Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices.
  • Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.
  • Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds.
  • Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
  • Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.