Pre-Kindergarten Assistant Teacher Job Opening

The Pre-Kindergarten Assistant Teacher is responsible for general classroom management and supervision, which includes the personal care, hygiene, and positive discipline of the children. He or she assists in planning and implementing activities for children that focus on physical, social, and emotional growth and provides materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in active play. The Assistant Teacher prepares materials and classroom for class activities and conducts all activities in a safe, organized, and productive manner.

The ideal candidate has a college degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and at least one year of experience in a similar environment. Candidates must meet all state requirements for classroom Pre-Kindergarten teaching assistant position, must maintain state in-service requirements, and must be physically able to interact with children on a day to day basis (stoop and bend, lift up to 30 pounds, etc.). Certifications in Child/Infant CPR and First Aid, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and good computer skills required.

• Develops, documents, and maintains a variety of fun and educational programs and activities
• Interacts with children at their level (stoop and bend) both physically and verbally throughout the day
• Observes and responds to children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts that might occur in a classroom, on the playground, in bathrooms, or in common areas
• Helps children with personal hygiene and with keeping classroom clean and organized
• Manages supplies and ensures orderly work areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

• College degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred
• One year of classroom experience required
• Must meet all state qualifications for classroom teaching positions and maintain state in-service requirements
• Current Child/Infant CPR and First Aid certifications
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
• Able to interact with students of all ages and skill levels
• Highly professional and dependable
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
• Able to stand on your feet for long periods of time, at least 95% of the day

• Competitive Pay
• Monday - Friday Work Week
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)