Preschool Assistant Teacher
Cub Care Children's Center
- Vestal, NY
- $15.50-16.25 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our teaching team and explore the world with young children. Cub Care Children's Center has been providing excellent early childhood education programs since 1998 and is a Quality Stars NY participating center with a four-star rating. We are looking for a special individual who enjoys helping young children get off to a great start by building early learning and social skills in a culturally responsive environment that will last their lifetime.DutiesAs an Assistant Teacher you must exhibit the ability to ...
-work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher and assist in coordinating activities with other staff members.
-complete preparation and organization of learning materials for the classroom.
-assist in the implementation of the weekly lesson plans to support children in achieving the learning goals.
-build on your experience working with children, demonstrate creativity, flexibility, good communication skills with children and adults.
-communicate consistently, effectively, sensitively, and respectfully with families and refer them to the Lead Teacher for details regarding their child's classroom experiences.
-participate in regular staff meetings by bringing questions, concerns and ideas to the group for discussions.
-complete a minimum of 15 hours of training/coaching annually in the required content areas as specified by the Office of Children and Family Services.RequirementsPreferred: Associates Degree or CDA (Child Development Associate) Certificate
Min Requirement: High School Diploma and experience working with children ages 2-5
- Full- time 37.5 Hrs/week 8:30 - 4:30 pm
- Health Check Required
- Fingerprinting Required
- Background Check Required
- 3 References Required with at least one from an employer, student teaching supervisor, or volunteer coordinator if possible.
- Previous Experience working with children ages 2-5 preferred
- CPR/First Aid Certification preferred but not required
Professional Development Opportunities