Assistant Teacher

Growing Steps Childcare and Learning Center

Assistant Teacher

Tucson, AZ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Benefits/Perks

    Competitive Compensations

    Career Advancement Opportunities

    Great Work Environment

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a qualified Assistant Teacher to prepare small children ages 12 months - 12 years old. This position will provide a foundation for quality early childhood education. An Assistant Teacher must have a great passion, love, and patience for teaching young children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include but are not limited to knowledge of best practices in early childhood. The teacher will create and promote a positive learning environment for all. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of the educational journey.

    Natural Qualities Found in Successful Assistant Teachers:

    Excited by the learning of young children

    Empathetic and caring

    Patient and kind

    Good at planning and organizing

    Creative and flexible

    Enthusiastic about learning

    Passionate yet pragmatic

    Full of energy

    Able to have a sense of humor yet remain respectful of differences

    Knowledgeable in child development and milestones associated with each age group

    Qualifications:

    Be at least 18 years of age

    Have a High school diploma or equivalent education

    Complete and able to pass all background checks

    Valid/Current Fingerprint Clearance Card

    Certification in First Aid/CPR or obtain certification upon hire

    Complete tuberculosis test within 14 days upon hire

    Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children

    Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual and have minimum absences

    Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities

    Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 40lbs

    Have dependable transportation and able to be flexible with classroom assignment

    Required Expectations: Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs. Utilize developmentally appropriate practice methods at all times. Be warm and nurturing with children. Be a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children. Be customer service orientated and professional at all times.