Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Before/After School Age Program

The Nurtury

  • Medina, OH
  • $13.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 24 days ago
  • Apply easily
SummaryThe Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher by helping to create a caring and safe environment for school age children in Kindergarten - 5th grade. and by assisting in creating fun, meaningful experiences. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with children and adults. Assistant teachers are responsible for working cooperatively with the Lead Teacher to implement developmentally appropriate activities based on the interests and needs of the children under her care.Duties
  • ·Assisting with morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up routines
  • ·Supervising children in activities such as games, crafts, and outdoor play
  • ·Helping with snacks and maintaining a clean, safe environment
  • ·Creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive atmosphere·
  • Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and daily reports.
  • Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition to/from home, center and school
  • Follow all program policies and state licensing regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure increased knowledge and skills
RequirementsQualifications:
  • ·Experience working with school-age children preferred
  • Reliable and patient personality
  • High energy and joyful demeanor
  • Strong desire to nurture children's growth and development
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Interest in and understanding of the school age child's development.
  • Sense of initiative, strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Must meet mandatory state licensing requirements including background check and health screening
Nice To Haves
  • Experience in quality-rated (SUTQ) early care and education programs
  • Training and/or coursework in early childhood education
  • First Aid/CPR Certification
Benefits
  • Vacation/medical/personal leave
  • Child Care provided for your children 18mos - 5th grade, during your working hours (based on availability)
  • Support for your growth as an early care and education professional eg mentoring, scholarship programs, opportunity for growth/advancement
  • Paid professional development and training
  • Perfect position for College students in education or child development field, Individuals looking for part-time or split-shift work , Anyone passionate about nurturing and supporting children’s growth

The Nurtury