Early Childhood DC - Assistant Teacher Infant/Toddler

Parker Montessori - Parker, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Parker, CO

1-10 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. This role involves communicating effectively with children, parents, and staff, and implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the guidance of the Teacher and Director.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Must have experience with the appropriate age group.
• High energy and a team player.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Able to help a child by giving children the tools to be successful independently.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass a health screening.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401 K
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance