Daycare Assistant Teacher: Learning & Care Champion

THE NEST AT BCTC; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nest at BCTC in Winchester, KY seeks a dedicated Childcare/Aftercare Assistant Teacher to support lead teachers in daily activities and supervision. The role emphasizes safety, learning through play, and adherence to center policies.

Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, following schedules, maintaining records, and participating in required professional development. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a wage range of $16.35 to $21.74 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proof of high school diploma/GED/Commonwealth Child Care Credential (CCCC)
• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with curriculum development (lesson plan) that is age appropriate for the children in the classroom.
• Assist the lead teacher in implementing activities on the lesson plan and following the daily schedule.
• Assist the lead teacher in observing and assessing children’s behavior and progress.
• Assist and engage with the children throughout the day.
• Follow and implement health, safety and sanitation procedures throughout the day.
• Complete 15 hours of professional development annually and implement what you have learned back into the classroom.
• Update TB skin test every two years.
• Complete a professional development plan with the director annually.
• Complete a staff evaluation with the director annually.
• Complete CPR/First Aid certification every two years (if required by director).
• Complete the 1.5 hour Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Training in the first year of hire.
• Complete 6 hours of Orientation in the first 90 days of hire.
• Follow and implement all center policies and procedures on a daily basis.
• Maintain regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance.

Skills

Observation & supervision

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Innovative & collaborative

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commonwealth Child Care Credential (CCCC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Nest at BCTC in Winchester, KY seeks a dedicated Childcare/Aftercare Assistant Teacher to support lead teachers in daily activities and supervision. The role emphasizes safety, learning through play, and adherence to center policies.

Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, following schedules, maintaining records, and participating in required professional development. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a wage range of $16.35 to $21.74 per hour.