State Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Learning Care Group; Snyder (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Education assistance

Mon-Fri schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a State Pre-K Assistant Teacher to support instructional activities for 4-year-olds, aligned with program requirements and child development best practices. You will help create a nurturing classroom environment and collaborate with families to promote growth and readiness for Kindergarten.

We offer a Monday–Friday schedule with no nights or weekends, as well as a 50% childcare discount, immediate benefits, a 401(k) match, and opportunities for tuition

Qualifications

• Follow licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Develop your ability to observe, assess, and plan for children, and communicate effectively with families.
• Complete extensive training on child care, preschool and development topics.
• Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

Responsibilities

• State Pre-K Assistant Teacher assists with instruction of 4-year-olds and supports program requirements.
• Follow licensing guidelines and ensure daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Observe, assess, and plan for children and communicate with families.
• Create engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences.

Skills

Observation

Communication with families

Curriculum implementation

Team collaboration

Education

Associates in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA in Preschool

HS Diploma

CDA Certification

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.
• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
• Must have HS Diploma, and CDA

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay $17-19 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered
• Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees
• Monday-Friday work week

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.