Associate Preschool Teacher - Part Time

Summary
The Associate Teacher is responsible in assisting the lead teacher in the general supervision and management of a classroom of young children. The associate teacher would also assist in planning and executing the educational program in accordance with the goals of New Morning School.
Hours would be 12:30-5:30pm Monday - Friday. Additional hours would be available within one of our School Age before school programs if interested.
Duties
·Support the Director and lead teacher’s long range planning with regard to curriculum, the program philosophy, and goals.
·Comply with daily, weekly and monthly, curriculum plans based on developmentally appropriate practice.
·Supervise and interact with the children in all areas of the program.
·Establishing an environment that supports children’s independence and development.
·Maintain a program that supports a positive experience for each child.
·Maintain a professional demeanor at all times both on and off site regarding anything that involves New Morning School.
·Maintain classroom and materials, keeping the classroom environment clean and organized.
·Follow all center policies and adhere to NH Child Care Licensing Rules.
·Work as a member of the NMS team.
·Completes a minimum of 24 hours in-service training per year in Core Knowledge Areas
·Help with other duties, field trips, etc.
Requirements
·High School Diploma or GED
·Minimum of 9 Early Childhood Education college credits from a regionally accredited college or university, including at least 3 credits in child and development.
·Pediatric First Aid and infant/ CPR Certification
·Minimum of one year experience working with children in an early childhood environment
·Must be 18 years or older
·Must be able to successfully pass a NH Criminal Background check
·Must have a current Child Care Health Form completed by a health practitioner indicating the ability to work with children upon hire once every three years.Current health form needs to be less than one year old from hire date.
Benefits

• Free childcare benefit is applicable.