Assistant Teacher

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

The Frazer Center - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Atlanta, GA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in delivering developmentally appropriate educational activities for a diverse group of children, including those with disabilities. This role focuses on ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of children while maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment and setting up interest centers.
• Responsible for daily opening and/or closing duties for the classroom.
• Cleans and sanitizes classroom equipment, toys, and supplies according to NAEYC guidelines.
• Diapers and toilets children according to NAEYC guidelines.
• Ensures daily safety and supervision of children using Active Supervision.
• Maintains the environment, materials, and equipment in good condition and reports issues to administration.
• Completes developmentally accurate anecdotal notes weekly for assigned children.
• Fills out illness/incident reports as necessary.
• Collaborates with ancillary personnel to include children with disabilities.
• Acts as classroom lead teacher in the absence of the assigned lead teacher.
• Represents center philosophy to parents and visitors.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures in the Teacher Handbook.
• Maintains all training requirements, including CPR/First Aid.

Requirements

• Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) certification required.
• Must complete Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Complete DECAL and NAEYC child care training and additional training specific to curriculum and intervention programs.
• Knowledgeable of best practices related to licensing regulations, the Creative Curriculum, Quality Rated, and NAEYC standards.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in a structured educational setting with children from birth to five years old.