Preschool Assistant Teacher — Inspire Young Minds

Stepping Stones Preschools; Westfield (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepping Stones Preschools is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher who is fun loving and caring with a passion for making a difference in young children's lives. The position is full-time and requires prior experience with preschoolers.

You will support daily classroom activities, assist with lesson plans, supervise children, and promote a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment in collaboration with the lead teacher and director.

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.

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

Customer service

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Stepping Stones Preschools is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher who is fun loving and caring with a passion for making a difference in young children's lives. The position is full-time and requires prior experience with preschoolers.

You will support daily classroom activities, assist with lesson plans, supervise children, and promote a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment in collaboration with the lead teacher and director.