Early Childhood - Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support teachers and ensure a nurturing environment for children. The role involves implementing educational activities, maintaining communication with parents, and assisting in the overall care of children. Candidates should have a strong understanding of child development and be willing to pursue a CDA credential.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Incentives

401K

Health Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must clear full background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing curricula activities and encourage children's participation.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents.
• Help ensure smooth daily transitions from home to child care center.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Currently enrolled in college

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Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children's interests and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Must be willing to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or currently enrolled in college.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Incentives
• 401K
• Health Savings Plan
• EPA

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training