JOB SUMMARY
An Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting an Amazing Explorers Academy Lead Teacher with every aspect of managing and supervising a class of children. This includes creating an environment of learning that promotes the social, physical and intellectual growth of children, regardless of their age, background, or abilities.
He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices and will assist teachers in maintaining safety and order among all children in their room at any given time, thus ensuring activities and the curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. The Assistant Teacher must also be polite and responsive to the families of the students and be able to collaborate with other Assistant and Lead Teachers, as required, in order to foster the overall goals of Amazing Explorers Academy. All required training is paid and there is ample room for your personal growth and development within the organization.
JOB DUTIES, TASKS, AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows daily schedule and implements curriculum which includes communicating and interpreting both verbally and in writing in the English language
Maintains accurate child observation records and anecdotal notes for use during parent/teacher conferences to be held at minimum twice a year
Conducts formal and informal assessments periodically to ensure children are on track developmentally
Interacts with the children and models socially appropriate behavior in the classroom and on the playground. This may require frequent standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, and lifting to engage with the children
Communicates effectively and efficiently with families in a polite and respectful manner
Follows all safety and security policies and procedures and documents any accidents/incidents accordingly
Follows mandated reporting guidelines as established by the state
Supervises all children, regardless of home classroom, maintaining a secure and safe environment for children to play and learn
Maintains proper daily attendance records utilizing digital technology in the classroom including the AEA mobile APP, sending messages and updates to families throughout the school day
Maintains a safe and healthy environment adhering to all company procedures related to injuries and accidents and communicate any potential hazards to the Director
Prepares a safe, warm environment that is always orderly and clean
Promotes only positive interactions among teachers and children, treating everyone with respect and dignity by recognizing and considering the unique background of each person, including children with disabilities, special talents, interest, style or pace of learning, etc.
Plans curriculum and materials needed for the week prior to starting any program
Regularly opens and closes the assigned classroom in the morning and evening
Cleans the classroom by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning the restroom, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and disposing of trash
Helps with meal and snack preparation, feeding children, and modeling table manners by sitting with the children at family style meals.
Participates in accreditation goals and performs the associated classroom requirements to meet those goals, if applicable.
Maybe required to take additional training classes or courses as required by Amazing Explorers Academy or any state or regulatory agency
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 18 years old
Must meet state licensing requirements for education including maintaining in-service hours as required by state licensing agencies or accrediting bodies
Must meet all standards and requirements relating to education and experience as set by the state and accreditation agent
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent
Prefer experience in a licensed or accredited child care center
Prefer Staff Credential or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, but not required
Prefer CPR and First Aid certification, but not required
Must be able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in the English language.
MUST HAVE 45 required DCF hours