Preschool Assistant Teacher

Heights Academy; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated individual to support classroom management and provide proactive care for students. The ideal candidate will be an active member of Heights Church, possess a passion for teaching, and have at least two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include ensuring a welcoming learning environment and collaborating with faculty and parents to address student needs. This role is perfect for someone eager to help develop the next generation in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Active member of Heights Church.
• A passion for developing and teaching the next generation.
• 2 years of teaching experience in the subject area.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive care/supervision of students.
• Assist with ensuring a welcoming learning environment.
• Collaborate with other teachers to meet students’ needs.
• Attend faculty meetings for continued development.

Skills

Demonstrated ability to work well with children/youth

Collaborative skills with teachers

Ability to build relationships with students and parents

Well-rounded knowledge of the education process

Proficient in CPR/First Aid

Education

High school diploma

CDA

Early Childhood degree in-process

Job description

• Model Christ-like character, God-dependency, and church attendance/participation for students and parents.
• Understand with complete clarity and work to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Heights Church.
• Show genuine care and concern.

Classroom

• Provide proactive care/supervision of students.
• Know and uphold all policies and procedures – employee, parent/student, crisis management, etc.
• Assist with ensuring a neat, welcoming, well-prepared and managed environment for learning consistent with the school’s mission, values, objectives, policies, and procedures of best practice.
• Ensure the safety and security for all students by following all school policies and best practices.
• Provide support for classroom and behavioral management as needed.
• Step up to lead instruction and/or classroom management as needed.
• Assist in providing a workable classroom schedule that promotes optimum student engagement and facilitation of the curriculum.
• Assist the lead teacher to ensure all students’ needs are met.
• Report all injuries and/or serious incidents to the Heights Academy Directors in a timely manner.
• Assist with the organization and decoration of the learning environment prior to the beginning of school and throughout the year.
• Assist with the end of year pack up and storage of classroom/school supplies, rooms, etc.
• Perform other related responsibilities as directed by the Heights Academy Directors.

Community

• Collaborate with other teachers and other staff members to ensure each student’s needs are met as needed.
• Build relationships with students & parents, which transcends the classroom and shows genuine care and concern.
• Assist with meetings with parents for feedback, concern resolution, and student course correction as needed and/or scheduled by the Lead Teacher.
• Enthusiastically engage with students during all scheduled daily activities; ensuring all safety precautions are being followed.

Continuing Education

• Attend faculty meetings and team meetings for continued development, communication, and problem solving.
• Set and meet yearly goals, seek out professional growth opportunities.
• Attend school orientation and other training sessions.
• Attend school and student events as required and/or possible.
• Collaborate with Directors to create action plans for future growth after reflecting on the feedback from informal or formal observations.

Education & Experience

Required

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Active member of Heights Church
• A passion for developing and teaching the next generation
• Demonstrated ability to work well with children/youth
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other teachers
• Well-rounded knowledge of the education process and subject matter
• High school diploma
• Early Childhood degree in-process
• CDA
• 2 years of teaching experience in the subject area
• CPR/First Aid and/or MAT Certified

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position and should not be considered a contract of employment. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

State Regulated – Religious Exemption for Child Day Centers
Heights Academy operates under religious exemption; adhering to all guidelines and regulations set forth by Virginia Department of Social Services and – Section 22.1-289.031of Code of Virginia for Day Care Centers. All state health and safety guidelines are met for the facility along with student ratios.