Nurturing Infant & Toddler Assistant Teacher

Inspired Education LLC; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a difference in a child's life

Respectful team environment

Clear expectations and resources

Training and development

Career advancement

Friendly work environment

Job summary

Happy Days Preschool of Edison is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher who is fun-loving, caring, and passionate about early childhood education in Edison, NJ. The role emphasizes supervising a classroom, implementing lesson plans, and supporting physical, social, and emotional growth in young children.

The position welcomes candidates with 1+ year of child care experience with children under 5, a friendly demeanor, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state for this position.
• 1+ years of child care experience, specifically with children under the age of 5.
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality.
• Highly professional and dependable.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress.
• Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to interact with students of all ages and skill levels.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages daily functions for a class of children.
• A desire to make every moment a teachable one.
• A commitment to nurturing, inspiring, and delighting the children in your care.
• A passion for creating lifelong learners.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Provides an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration, and decision-making by the children.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions as determined by the Director.
• Observes all rules and regulations pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Maintains a professional personal appearance, attitude, and work behavior at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work early morning or closing shift.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Job description

Happy Days Preschool of Edison is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher who is fun-loving, caring, and passionate about early childhood education in Edison, NJ. The role emphasizes supervising a classroom, implementing lesson plans, and supporting physical, social, and emotional growth in young children.

The position welcomes candidates with 1+ year of child care experience with children under 5, a friendly demeanor, and strong communication skills.