State Pre-K Assistant Teacher - 7282

La Petite Academy; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Benefits eligibility

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

La Petite Academy is seeking a State Pre-K Assistant Teacher to support 4-year-olds with developmentally appropriate activities in a licensed childcare setting. You will follow program requirements and licensing guidelines while engaging children and preparing them for Kindergarten.

The role emphasizes observation, assessment and family communication, with extensive training, tuition assistance, and career development opportunities provided by the center.

Qualifications

• Follow licensing guidelines, company standards and grant requirements to care for every child.
• Develop ability to observe, assess, and plan for children and communicate with families.
• Complete extensive training on child care, preschool and development topics.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 4-year-olds per program requirements.
• Observe, assess and plan for each child, documenting progress.
• Engage families with regular, clear communication about child development.
• Implement curriculum and create interactive, age-appropriate learning experiences for children.

Skills

Observation & assessment

Family communication

Curriculum implementation

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Active CDA in Preschool

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.

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.