HS- Assistant Teacher

$35,000 - $45,000/Yr

Northside Center For Child Development

Full-time - Entry Level

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About the position

The HS Assistant Teacher at Northside Center for Child Development plays a crucial role in supporting the developmental needs of Head Start children. This position involves collaborating with the lead teacher to plan and implement classroom activities, ensuring a nurturing and educational environment for children and engaging with families to foster a collaborative learning atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of children.
• Supervise the planning and execution of a program that considers the social, developmental, and health needs of the group and individual children.
• Observe and record children's behavior and development.
• Collaborate with the Group Teacher to create developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans.
• Assist the Group Teacher in developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with families.
• Participate in scheduled meetings with families, colleagues, and the school's interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards, including confidentiality and respect for rights and privacy.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings and seek out staff development opportunities.
• Work as a team member with all staff and maintain a positive work ethic.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with families and children ages birth to five required.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to write using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; and to organize documents accurately.
• Ability to effectively communicate with community members and groups, managers, regulatory agencies, and families both individually and in group settings.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture
• Opportunities for professional development