Assistant Teacher

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the leadership/coaching of the Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher Interns are responsible for assisting Lead teachers in the implementation of lesson plans and classroom management tasks as well as the daily care, supervision, and developmental education of young children.

PRINCIPAL CRITERIA and STANDARDS FOR PERFORMANCE:

• Cares for children, ensuring that their needs are met with dignity and respect.
• Adheres to teacher interaction requirements.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with parents.
• Demonstrates an understanding and support of program philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Cooperates with therapists and other professionals to enhance each child’s development, making referrals as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness, orderliness, and appearance of the classroom, including sanitizing toys, furniture and equipment daily.
• Responsible for assisting with the following for each child in a timely manner: developmental checklist, Individual Education Plan, weekly lesson plan, progress notes, and evaluations.
• Completes all training required for teachers and maintains certifications including First Aid and CPR.
• Attends all staff, family support planning, parent, and committee meetings as required, documenting all meetings and significant events.
• Performs additional related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SPECIAL SKILLS, PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED. CDA preferred.
• Must have the required 45 hours of Early Childhood Training through the Department of Children and Families
• Must be able to pass the required State and Local Criminal Background Checks to the satisfaction of Childcare Licensing.
• Must be actively enrolled in a degree seeking AA or BA Early Childhood Education Program at an accredited college or university and must provide proof of enrollment and transcripts each semester.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate child development.
• Satisfactorily completes state required screening, background and reference checks.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE STANDARDS:

• Maintains standards required by licensing, program and funding entities throughout center.
• Exhibits total commitment to maintaining high quality service standards of CFM.
• Will demonstrate service excellence skills that deal proactively with clients, customers and volunteers.