Job Description
Summary
We are currently seeking an Assistant Teacher for our faith-based program for young children. Are you someone who enjoys children? We need someone like you, who enjoys working in an environment where quickly adapting to changing conditions and rapidly assessing the needs of young children are important and necessary skills. Teaching in a childcare environment is great for people who love being around children and who have a passion for Early Childhood education. If you want to help children get a great start in life while informing their educational experience from an early age as one of our indispensable and hard-working teachers, then apply today.
Duties
- Support each child's social and emotional development and provide positive guidance.
- Provide basic care for children 2.5 to 5 years old.
- Encouraging positive behavior and good manners.
- Provide a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment.
- Work in harmony with other staff members.
Requirements
- A desire to work with children and help them learn and grow.
- Successfully pass a full criminal background check including fingerprints.
- Become First Aid and CPR certified.
- Maintain a professional attitude, behavior, and dress.
- Physically keep up with busy and active children whether inside or outside.
Nice To Haves
- First Aid and CPR certification
- MAT certification
- CDA certification
- Previous experience in the childcare field
Benefits
- Compensation and benefits dependent upon position offered, education/training, and years of experience.
- Benefits include vacation and holiday pay as well as medical and retirement.
- Childcare provided for staff members - when applicable.