Full-Time Preschool Assistant Teacher

Ridgefield Academy; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgefield Academy is seeking a full-time assistant teacher for Landmark Preschool in Westport, CT. Ideal candidates will support young children's development through planned activities, maintain classroom safety, and assist the head teacher with daily responsibilities. Applicants should possess a flexible and positive attitude with preference for candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree and having experience working with children.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children; classroom experience a plus.
• Ability to work and move around with young children including regular bending, kneeling.
• Experience using technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher by implementing planned activities and lesson plans.
• Prepare materials and set up for class activities.
• Engage with and lead students in learning and play.

Skills

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Ability to engage with children

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Associates or CDA considered

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Position Overview:

Landmark Preschool is looking for a full-time assistant teacher to join our team in our Westport, CT location. The ideal candidate will be someone who is flexible, approachable, has a positive attitude, and loves working with young students.

In this role you will assist the head teacher by implementing planned activities and lesson plans in the designated classroom throughout the academic year. The assistant teacher must be able to effectively support the head teacher as well as teach students, in our two’s, three’s or four’s program, using a variety of methods and use positive encouragement while supporting the mission of the school and the curriculum. The assistant teacher may substitute for the head teacher in their absence as needed.

Job Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Assist the classroom teacher by implementing the planned activities and lesson plans that support the children’s age-appropriate development.
• Prepare materials and classroom set-up for class activities and lessons.
• Use appropriate language, interactions, and positive discipline and models positive behavior.
• Actively participate in large and small group activities and provides assistance and support during specials.
• Engage with and lead students in learning and play.
• Monitor children to ensure safety at all times.
• Supervise children appropriately, including monitoring children during indoor and outdoor recess.
• Maintains confidentiality of students and families and directs parent questions about students to the head teacher.
• Support the head teacher with set up/clean up of activities and follow their direction to provide classroom support as needed.
• Follow Landmark Preschool’s policies and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Associates or CDA considered.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children; classroom experience a plus.
• Ability to work and move around with young, active children which includes regular bending, kneeling and stretching.
• Ability to use technology and experience with Microsoft Suite.

This is a Monday - Friday salaried position with a pay range of $20-23/hour depending on level of training and experience. Interested candidates should send their resume to Siobhan Powers, Preschool Director at [e-mail]

Ridgefield Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.