Benefits:
401(k)
Paid time off
Are you a fun, loving, bubbly teacher who loves to teach/ assist Pre-K? If so, WE NEED YOU! We are looking for an assistant teacher to join our amazing lead we have for the 2024-2025 school year.
General Responsibilities:
Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs; provides customer service and builds trust
Comply with BK and all governmental regulations regarding the care of infants
Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter
Keep the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of infants
Arrive to the workplace regularly and on time, follows appropriate call in procedures and is dependable overall
Complete timely and accurate documentation according to BK and other licensing or regulation requirements
Assist and accept responsibilities in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available
Use time wisely and take initiative when appropriate
Attend and participate in staff meetings, Teacher -in- Service Training Days, center events, and parent/customer meetings as required
Adhere to and act in line with company mission and values at all times
Provide appropriate role modeling to fellow staff members
Greet parents at drop off and pick up, as applicable
Be a supportive and contributing member of the team
Demonstrate knowledge of BK’s philosophy and curriculum expectations
Maintain accreditation standards and licensing regulations at all times
Consistently demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
Follow the dress code as stated in the Employee Manual
Job Knowledge/Skills: Practical knowledge of early childhood care and education
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Implement effective customer service for children and families
Understanding of BK policies and governmental regulations regarding the care of infants
Ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
Program Responsibilities: Assist with planning and implementing curriculum and program materials consistently and appropriately Assist with planning a schedule that incorporates a balance of indoor/outdoor, quiet/active, individual/group and infant initiated/staff initiated activities *
Maintain positive learning environments
Accommodate infants with food and/or environmental allergies
Administer medications to infants as needed, within perimeters of BK’s policy
Seeks assistance and support when necessary and provides assistance and support when necessary
Proactive in implementing best practices to the program
Engage in professional development
Participate in impromptu and scheduled safety drills
Classroom Responsibilities: Insure that classroom is safe at all times; conducting appropriate safety checks when needed
Maintain and insure appropriate head count of infants at all times
Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and seeks additional responsibility when appropriate
Insure that classroom set up allows for ease of supervision and makes appropriate changes when necessary
Perform appropriate housekeeping activities that will insure health and safety to children (ex: wiping spills, clearing debris, maintaining a neat environment, etc.)
Wipe infant’s faces and noses to keep a hygienic environment
Team and Family Interactions: Approach issues and problems through teamwork and collaborative efforts Address conflict in a fair, equitable and diplomatic manner *
Share ideas and information; research appropriate information
Emphasize the positive, communicate concerns in a timely fashion
Viewed as a team player and act as a role model to team members
Focus on solving problems and think out ideas that may be best for infants and families
Support decisions and acts as a resource to others
Genuinely cares about and relates to all kinds of people constructively
May be called upon for off-site activities related to team building with co-workers
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in the center environment. Centers are dynamic with a high level of activity. Work may also be performed in the community on field trips.
Must be able to lift up 30 lbs. and stand for up to 95% of the day
Assume posture at low levels, stoop, sit on floor and bend down numerous times per day
Agility to move from seated to standing position quickly to respond to infant’s needs
Perform all activities with infant for prolonged periods
Can perform all duties both indoors and outdoors
Possess acceptable hearing and vision capabilities in order to monitor wellbeing of infant
Work hours may vary to accommodate needs of infant and families
REQUIREMENTS: 1-2 year experience Meets experience criteria required by the state * Educational Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent * CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
Meets education criteria required by the state
24 units of ECE or CDA preferred
Key Competencies: Creativity Planning
Approachability
Customer Focus
Compassion
Informing
Listening
Integrity and Trust