Early Childhood DC - Assistant Teacher, Toddler classroom

Child Care Resources Inc; Candia (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child care provider in Candia, New Hampshire is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support young children's educational and developmental needs. The role involves assisting Teachers and the Director in creating a nurturing environment, communicating with parents, and implementing a quality educational program.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Yearly raises

Bonuses

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Tuition discount for employee's children

Health care contribution

401K contribution

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• High energy and ability to work well with a team are essential.
• Understanding of child development is critical.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and engage children.
• Maintain communication with parents and manage classroom materials.
• Encourage self-help, hygiene, and follow center policies.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

High energy

Ability to work well with others

Understanding of child development

Job description

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 interest 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

• High energy.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (we will certify/train)
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Yearly raises
• Bonuses
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition discount for employee's children
• Health care contribution
• 401K contribution