First Steps 4K Instructional Assistant

South Carolina First Steps; Greer (SC); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

South Carolina First Steps at Mon Aetna Child Enrichment Center is seeking a patient and compassionate teacher to support young children in a First Steps 4K setting. You will help lead developmentally appropriate activities, following the approved curriculum and plans.

You will keep families informed about daily activities and progress, communicate regularly, and foster a safe, respectful classroom. Training and ongoing education are provided.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in early childhood or related field and progress towards a four-year program.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Experience with computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Follow all employer policies and procedures at all times
• Create and implement weekly lesson plans in accordance with the First Steps 4K approved curriculum
• Keep parents and families updated on their students' daily activities and progress
• Communicate with families on a daily or weekly basis through writing or face-to-face.
• Foster a classroom environment of safety and respect
• Perform daily cleaning routines to keep facilities sanitary and safe
• Attend all required First Steps 4K and SC DSS trainings and obtain required continuing education hours.

Skills

Lesson planning

Communication

Patient

Compassionate

Family communication

Computer applications

Education

Associate degree in early childhood

Bachelor's degree in early childhood

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of young children? Mon Aetna Child Enrichment Center is looking for a patient and compassionate teacher who has experience working with young children. The First Steps 4K Instructional Assistant will help lead developmentally appropriate activities that encourage healthy physical, social, and emotional development for students.

• Follow all employer policies and procedures at all times


• Create and implement weekly lesson plans in accordance with the First Steps 4K approved curriculum


• Keep parents and families updated on their students' daily activities and progress


• Communicate with families on a daily or weekly basis through writing or face-to-face.


• Foster a classroom environment of safety and respect


• Perform daily cleaning routines to keep facilities sanitary and safe


• Attend all required First Steps 4K and SC DSS trainings and obtain required continuing education hours.

BENEFITS

Our mission is to develop a community of confident students who love to learn. We are passionate about creating a nurturing, caring environment where all children can thrive. We are also committed to the well-being and growth of our teaching staff. We are proud to offer regular professional development opportunities to all.

• Two-year degree in early childhood or a related field AND must be demonstrate progress towards a four-year education program


• Able to pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Registry background check


• Ability to use a variety of computer applications to complete tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in early childhood or related field


• CPR and First Aid Certification


• Experience working in a play-based environment


• Ability to work creatively and flexibly