Daycare Assistant Teacher
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Job Description
Job Description
Located in Illinois, in person
- Competitive Compensations
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Great Work Environment
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and energetic Daycare Assistant Teacher to join our team! You will be responsible for encouraging children’s intellectual, psychological, and physical growth. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and creative. If you have a passion for helping children learn and reach their potential, we want to hear from you!
Desired Skills and Experience:
- CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
- Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (Preferred or willing to obtain)
- Completed 6 core ECE Units Infant/toddler OR Associates Degree in Child Development
- Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
- Have the ability to engage physically, visually, and compassionately with not only children, but their parents and your peers.
- Classroom management skills: ability to ensure a safe and engaging environment,
- All center staff applicants must meet Illinois specific guidelines for the role
Responsibilites:
- Evaluate student progress with classroom Lead and Co-Teachers
- Plan curriculum with varying developmental needs with Lead and Co-Teachers
- Track academic performance with Lead and Co-Teachers
- Be mentored by Lead and or Co-Teacher if Co-Teacher is qualified to Lead.
- Meet with parents to discuss the needs and goals of students
- Meet with Lead and Co-Teachers in the classroom weekly for lesson planning development
Vacancy posted 28 days ago
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