Early Head Start Assistant Teacher - Skip-A-Long Moline

SAL Community Services; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood care is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Assistant Teachers. This role involves supporting the Teacher in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children. You will play a vital part in enhancing children's growth and development while collaborating with families to foster strong relationships. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives, ensuring safety and promoting social interaction. If you have a love for children and a commitment to their education, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Teacher in developing a quality learning environment.
• Ensure safety practices and create a secure classroom environment.
• Engage in continuous professional growth and development.

Skills

Childcare Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Lesson Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

BASE WAGE $17.25-$19.25 per hour based on education level.

JOB TYPE Part-Time - 12:30pm-5:30pm Monday through Friday

DESCRIPTION

Skip-a-Long Childhood Centers, part of SAL Community Services, is the Quad Cities area’s leading provider of early childhood care and education and now includes the Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships program. We provide a safe, secure and supportive environment centered on how playing can charge the mind of the children we care for.

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher in developing a quality learning environment which is developmentally appropriate and actively engages children in the learning process. Through experience this position will serve to enhance the child’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with the Teacher in implementing curriculum as well as maintaining appropriate and regular communication with families. You will also:

• Ensure safety practices in creating a secure environment that minimizes the risk of accidents and injuries.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment that encourages social interaction, emotional well-being and growth.
• Assist in the design and implementation of lesson plans based on knowledge of individual children’s interests and needs.
• Develop strong relationships with family/guardian to support each child’s development.
• Engage in continuous professional growth and development.

We are looking for team members who:

• Share a love for children and a passion for helping them learn, grow, and thrive;
• Enjoy following a routine, and welcome the in-the-moment changes that come with each day in childcare;
• Believe that early childhood education is the first step to a child’s successful future;
• Are passionate about building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all;
• Are professional, kind, and don’t take themselves too seriously!

Salary, benefits and perks
Due to current funding from the Illinois Apprenticeship Pilot Project dependent on education and Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Credential attainment hourly pay for this position ranges from $17.25-$19.25. Additional details regarding this project will be discussed upon interview.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A full list of job responsibilities will be provided prior to an interview. This position must obtain required background clearances. Requests for reasonable accommodation as required under applicable law will be considered.

Education and Experience

Required: Must be 18 years old or older with a High School Diploma or equivalency certificate (GED) required. Meet the requirements established by the regulatory agency for the state in which employed.
Preferred: Experience working with children.

LOCATION Moline Skip-a-Long Child Development Center