Preschool Assistant Teacher, Full-Time

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 19,593 - 27,906; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University Child Care Center in Winchester, VA is hiring a Preschool Assistant Teacher for a full-time, benefited position.

You will assist the lead teacher in daily activities, help implement lesson plans, and ensure each child’s basic needs are met while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Active CPR and First Aid certification required before first day.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in daily activities.
• Develop and implement lesson plans.
• Meet each child's basic needs.
• Interact with children.
• Take children outside daily.
• Communicate with parents about their child's day.
• Clean and sanitize toys and tables.
• Learn licensing regulations.
• Maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Stress tolerance

Confidentiality

Physical strength

Dexterity

CPR/First Aid

Stamina

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential or Associate's degree in ECE/Child Development

Job description

Shenandoah University's Child Care Center is accepting applicationsfor a Preschool Assistant Teacher. This is a full-time, benefitedposition located in Winchester, Virginia.

Assist teacher in daily activities; develop and implement lessonplans; meet each child's basic needs; interact with children; takechildren outside daily; communicate with parents about their child's day; clean and sanitize toys and tables; learn andimplement licensing regulations. Maintain a positive learningenvironment in the classroom.

Required Skills

• Have effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Great thinking skills
• Ability to focus on multiple tasks
• Cope with high stress levels
• Maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Have physical dexterity and have the ability to reach arms above head.
• Must be willing to receive annually 16 in-service hours, CPR and First Aid, and attend staff meetings.
• High Energy & Physical Stamina: You will be bending,squatting to eye level, lifting up to 35-40 lbs, and moving quicklyfor hours.
• Strong Communication: The ability to speak gently and clearlyto children, but also professionally collaborate with the leadteacher and give reassuring updates to parents.

Required Experience

• Experience working with young children (ages 2-5) in a licensedchildcare center, preschool, daycare, or structured campsetting.

Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
  • Preferred: A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development.
• Certifications: Active CPR and First Aid certification(Infant/Child/Adult) is almost always mandatory before your firstday.
• Background Clearance: Ability to pass a mandatory state and federal criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Shenandoah University values individuals and communities'unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks tofoster mutual understanding in an inviting community whereindividuals are welcome and respected. The university does notdiscriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin,age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran'sstatus, or on any other basis protected under applicablelaw.

Salary Range

$17.24

Salary Type

Hourly