Assistant Teacher
SUMMARY
As an Assistant Teacher, your dedication to program development and exceptional ability to communicate, guide and work with children offers invaluable support to the teacher, making you an invaluable resource.
This position is eligible for a sign on bonus!
STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Park Ridge Child Care Center
DEPARTMENT: Infant / Toddler
SCHEDULE: Days
ATTRIBUTES
One (1) year of work experience with small children
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Demonstrated patience and compassion
RESPONSIBILITIES
Guidance & Relationship Building. Develop and maintain a positive relationship with all of the children and their families; effectively guide the children’s behavior in an age appropriate manner; meet the physical, social, cognitive, emotional and cultural needs of individual children
Development. Assists the teacher in providing a developmentally appropriate program for all of the children while fostering an environment that supports their growth
Safety & Oversight. Ensure the safety of the children and promote healthy habits; work with colleagues and community representatives to support children and families
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.