Assistant Teacher

For almost fifty years, The Professional Center for Child Development, a nonprofit, human services organization has dedicated itself to our mission of “Nurturing the growth and potential of EVERY child”. PCCD provides children of all abilities, ages birth to 12, with a solid foundation for life-long learning through our developmental, educational, and therapeutic programs so they can achieve their full potential.

The Woodbridge School supports child-centered, emergent curriculum in which children ages 0 months to 5 years are viewed as active participants in their own learning, making choices and seeking out experiences that further their development. The Woodbridge School staff view each child as an individual and understand the importance of getting to know and support each child’s unique development. Please see https://www.woodbridgeschool.org/ for further information about our early education program.

Candidates should share our common philosophy, recognize the best practices in the early childhood field, be committed to working in a collaborative team, and be invested in ongoing professional and personal development. Collegiality, respect for diversity and multiculturalism, willingness to learn, flexibility, enthusiasm, warmth, commitment, and excellent communication skills are essential to this role.

The Assistant Teacher will work a full-time schedule as a "float" in our early childhood classrooms with our EEC certified teachers aiding with classroom activities, maintaining a clean and neat classroom environment, and assisting with the physical and minimal health needs of the student which may include lifting, positioning, seating, feeding, toileting/diapering, and mobility. The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 40 hours weekly. The program runs 8:30 am - 4:30 pm and operates on a 12-month calendar. Work schedules are assigned between the program’s operating hours.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience caring for young children preferred
• Commitment to caring for the wellbeing of young children
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.
• Must be creative and proactive with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and be flexible.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality of work.
• Must be able to handle difficult situations and confidential material with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs., run/move to quickly supervise active play and prevent child injury, bending and lifting as required