Pre-school Assistant Teacher

Hartleynature; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nature-focused preschool seeks an Assistant Teacher to provide classroom and outdoor support under the guidance of Lead Teachers. Ideal candidates will demonstrate professionalism, be comfortable in nature, and have the qualifications to ensure children's safety and development. This role fosters a love for the environment while engaging young learners in a stimulating educational atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in First Aid, Medication Training, and CPR.
• Requires fingerprinting and background check every five years.
• Experience in preschool settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead or Co-teacher on daily classroom responsibilities.
• Attend monthly and weekly staff meetings for updates.
• Support the curriculum with outdoor activities.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Comfort in outdoor environment

Knowledge of natural world

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Willingness to handle animals

Education

Certification in First Aid, Medication Training, and CPR

State of CT requirements for Assistant Teacher

Job description

Provides support and help in the classroom/outdoors as directed by the Lead Teacher or Co-teacher who is designated by the Director of Preschool

Summary

Provides support and help in the classroom/outdoors as directed by the Lead Teacher or Co-teacher who is designated by the Director of Preschool

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Lead or Co-teacher on a daily basis with classroom responsibilities
• Completes assigned responsibilities in a timely manner
• Attend monthly all staff meetings
• Attend weekly classroom staff meetings
• Reports to Lead or Co-Teacher any concerns or challenges related to designated class
• Reports to Director of Preschool any questions or concerns.
• Attend professional development workshops

QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Must possess a maturity to have professional, respectful demeanor with parents, children and staff
• Must act with discretion and have a keen understanding of confidentiality.
• Must be comfortable in the outdoor environment.
• Must believe we are stewards of the earth and practice sustainability
• Comfortable with animals and willingness to learn how to handle certain animals to enhance curriculum
• Knowledge of the natural world and correct information about curriculum taught to children and families
• Must be certified in First Aid, Medication Training and CPR
• Must be fingerprinted and have an Office of Early Childhood Background check every five years.

CONTACT & RELATIONSHIPS:

• Refer parent’s specific questions about their child to the Lead Teacher or Co-teacher
• Be aware of current happenings at the museum
• Support other staff members
• Address issues with other staff members with them directly or go to the Director of Preschool

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must meet State of CT requirements to be an Assistant Teacher as defined by the state
• Preschool experience a plus
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must be a “team player”
• Strong desire to use the outdoor environment on a regular basis to support curriculum.
• Love and respect for the natural world
• Comfortable using live animals in the classroom and outdoors.