Preschool Assistant Teacher

Grow Early Learning Corp; Cypress Quarters (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Visioninsurance

Life and Disability insurance

Employer match and contributions to a

401(k)-retirement savings account

Flexible Spending Plans

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Job summary

Grow Early Learning Corp in Okeechobee, FL, is seeking a Preschool Assistant Teacher to support the lead teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for young learners. The role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing classroom that promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth.

You will work with a team to maintain an engaging, organized space and communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a state-approved training program for early childhood education.
• Experience working with young children in a classroom setting.
• Enrollment in an associate/bachelor’s degree program or enrolled in CDA credential or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs of all children in the classroom.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of children.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom that is conducive to learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress and address any concerns or questions they may have.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care by following all health and safety guidelines and protocols

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Classroom management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

CDA credential or equivalent

Job description

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Year Round Full Time Hourly Okeechobee, FL, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 4780

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our team in providing a safe and nurturing environment for our young learners in Okeechobee, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the lead teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of children.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a state-approved training program for early childhood education.
• Experience working with young children in a classroom setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers and support staff
• Enrollment in an associate/bachelor’s degree program or enrolled in CDA credential or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field
• Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) or state equivalency
• Experience working with diverse populations of children and families
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs of all children in the classroom.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of children.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom that is conducive to learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress and address any concerns or questions they may have.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care by following all health and safety guidelines and protocols

What we offer you:

• Individualized professional development plans and opportunities for growth
• Medical, Dental & Visioninsurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• Employer match and contributions to a 403(b)-retirement savings account
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Grow Early Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.