Assistant Teacher Four-year-olds Part Time

Winfree Memorial Preschool

Midlothian, VA

Expired: over a month ago Applications are no longer accepted.

$18 to $20 Hourly
Part-Time

Job Description

Summary

This Assistant Teacher position supports the classroom Lead Teacher and the Center 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. She must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff/Director. Assistant teachers support the Lead teacher through learning and daily tasks.
Winfree Memorial Preschool is a Nationally Accredited Preschool which has been serving families in the Midlothian area for over fifty years.
This is a part time position that will start in August 2024, working the Professional Development week of August 19th then working 7:15 am-1:30pm, or 8:30am-4:30pm. Monday-Friday
In addition to this position, we are currently hiring for Substitute teachers beginning September 2024.

Duties

Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
Follow all center policies and state regulations.
Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Christ Centered- commits to taking actions that develop a closer walk with Christ through active involvement in a Christian church program.
Team work and Collaboration-Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others
Communicates effectively with students and families
Focus and Drive- Continually seeks opportunities to make improvements

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of professional childcare experience or teaching compacity.
High energy.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
An understanding of child development.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (will be provided by the Preschool)
Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

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