Assistant Teacher

Summary

If you're looking for a rewarding, flexible and family fun environment, look no further! Little Sprouts Discovery Center is a non-profit group daycare center located in Redgranite, WI. We are looking for an assistant teacher to work in our younger age classrooms for 30-40 hours a week. Must be available to work anytime between 5:30AM-5:30PM Monday through Friday. We prefer that you have already completed your initial child care classes or are willing to complete them as soon as possible after hire. You must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
This position assists the main teacher in developing and caring out the creative curriculum approved by the director, may be responsible for certain supplies, activities, or equipment. Teachers in this position are to assist the main classroom teachers in maintaining a happy and safe environment for the children.

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Duties

Assist teacher in carrying out daily developmental programs for children of a variety of age and ability levels.
Provide care and protection for the children.
Give input toward curriculum development.
Participate with children in daily activities to enforce safety rules, encourage development of positive social relationships and behaviors.
Work as a team member to help develop each child's potential; report to the teacher any special problems a child may have in adjustment, learning, social interaction or motor function.
Greet parents in positive attitude daily.
See that the classroom is neat, clean and friendly.
Respect the dignity and basic right of each child.
Assist children in eating, dressing and other activities to foster appropriate habits.
Make daily observations on health of each child.
Arrange classroom and prepare supplies for activities, may have responsibilities for certain learning centers.
Assist teacher to be sure equipment is accessible and in good condition.
Perform other duties assigned by the teacher.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have completed high school or its equivalency as determined by the department of public instruction.
Each year after assuming the position must maintain continuing education, as stated in licensing rules for group daycare centers.
Be CPR and First Aid certified or is willing to obtain within 6 months of assuming the position.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Child Care Benefits
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Incentives
• Stipend after a year's employment
• Team Building and Bonding Opportunities
• Further Education Opportunities