Assistant Preschool Teacher

Preschool Assistant Teacher

We are looking for Preschool Assistant Teachers! As a Teacher at the Primrose School of Alpharetta East, you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Teachers to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, following the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach to teaching and learning. Our School is an accredited private preschool providing a premier educational childcare experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all policies and regulations of our school and at the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule following Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
• Plans with members of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing precise and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, everyday use areas, and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose Alpharetta East Employee Handbook
• Assists in other capacities that Director or designee determines are necessary.

Desired skills and experience:

• Preschool-age Classrooms (3-4 years old)
• Monday thru Friday, various full-time shifts
• Must be energetic and fun
• Must be able to relate positively with young children in a fast-paced environment
• Must be nurturing, warm, friendly, and patient
• Must have a passion for children and work well with a team
• Must meet basic requirements of local childcare regulatory agency
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children

A few of the advantages of being part of the Primrose team include:

• The opportunity to make a difference each day
• A working environment in which team members respect one another
• A School Leadership Team that supports the professional and personal growth of the staff
• Low student/teacher ratios
• Clear expectations, necessary resources, and support to meet children's needs
• Extensive training and opportunities for continual learning and development for staff

Benefits:

• Year around bonus program
• Childcare Benefits
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employer matching retirement program
• Paid vacation/holidays

We have an incredible team of teachers and fantastic families. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, are hardworking, and are a team player, then we want to speak with you. Salary is based on your experience.