Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The assistant teacher supports the Lead 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. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assistant staff must develop positive relationships with the children and their parents, observe and document children’s interest and progress, and relay that information back to parents and staff. All staff are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Lead Teacher and the Director. All staff are responsible for closing the center and cleaning the classrooms.

• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise children to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Close the center, clean classroom and restock supplies

Reliable

Honest

Hardworking

Knowledge of child development

Experience with children