Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

Martha O'Bryan Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher to foster a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young children. This role involves planning and executing developmentally appropriate activities, ensuring compliance with educational standards, and collaborating with families to support children's growth. With a focus on holistic development, the position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families. If you are passionate about early childhood education and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a high-quality early learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with child care licensing standards.
• Contribute to team efforts by participating in staff meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Ability to Work in Chaotic Environment

Education

Associate’s Degree in Education or Child Development

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credentials

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Martha O'Bryan Center provided pay range

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Base pay range

$20.19/hr - $20.19/hr

Position Summary

Assistant Teachers in the Early Learning Center plan and execute a high quality early learning environment that provides children with a holistic, developmentally appropriate learning opportunities, provides support and partnership to their families, and works to ensure the program serves the ultimate goal of helping every child be successful in school and life. This position will work a 4 day week, 6:45 am-5:45 pm.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with both DHS Child Care Licensing standards and the National Association for the Education of Young Children code of ethical conduct and accreditation standards.
• Develops and maintains a safe, healthy, independent learning environment.
• Practices positive discipline techniques that promote the development of self-discipline.
• Keeps director informed of problems/concerns/needs concerning children, parents, and general classroom operation.
• Seeks out and takes advantage of professional development activities, completing a minimum of 18 hours of professional development per licensing year.
• Contribute to the team effort by participating in staff meetings and functions.
• Acts in the capacity of the Lead Teacher when absent.
• Other duties may be assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education And Experience

• Associate’s degree in Education or Child Development, or enrolled in such a degree program, or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials.
• Early Childhood experience of two years or more.
• Experience working with young children and families, particularly those living in poverty.
  
  

The above qualifications express the minimum standards of education and/or experience for this position. Other combinations of education and experience, if evaluated as equivalent, may be taken into consideration.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Passion for working with young children.
• Ability to work in a chaotic, sometimes noisy environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills; excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintains credibility through sincerity, honesty, and discretion.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong time management skills; uses time effectively; consistently meets deadlines.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
  
  

SCHEDULE

• 4 day work week, 6:45 am-5:45 pm.
  
  

THE MARTHA O’BRYAN CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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