Early Learning Assistant Teacher — Nurture Curious Minds

Acquire4Hire; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403b retirement plan

Pet insurance

Aflac benefits

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Job summary

Learning Grove in Covington, KY is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the implementation of the curriculum under the guidance of the Lead Teacher. You will help prepare materials, welcome families at arrival and departure, and foster a warm, safe classroom that supports each child’s development.

The role emphasizes positive redirection, active listening, and collaboration with the Lead Teacher to plan lessons.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to manage classroom through positive redirection, problem solving, setting appropriate limits, and active listening.
• Support lead teacher in development and implementation of lesson plans.
• Prior experience working with young children commensurate to responsibilities.
• Completion of State Approved Orientation for Child Care Providers
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification
• Successful clearance of required Criminal Background Checks
• Compliance with licensing requirement for TB testing
• No physical or mental/emotional limitations that would prevent caring for and safe-keeping of infants through school age children
• Willing to fulfil their responsibilities in accordance with the center's educational philosophy

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and maintaining an environment for children that is clean, safe, stimulating and which is appropriate for each child's developmental level.
• Assist the Lead Teacher with the appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
• Make families feel welcome in the environment, greet parent and child at arrival and departure times.
• Assist in implementing lesson plan that promote the development of each child
• Meet and maintain licensing requirements for ratio.

Skills

English proficiency

Classroom management

Active listening

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Approved Orientation for Child Care Providers

Job description

Learning Grove in Covington, KY is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the implementation of the curriculum under the guidance of the Lead Teacher. You will help prepare materials, welcome families at arrival and departure, and foster a warm, safe classroom that supports each child’s development.

The role emphasizes positive redirection, active listening, and collaboration with the Lead Teacher to plan lessons.