Assistant Teacher (Multiple Positions)

Description:

Reporting to the Early Childhood Learning Center Associate Director, the person selected for this position will be responsible for assisting a classroom Head Teacher with the general supervision and management of a class of children. Must be at least 18 years of age and in the process of becoming professionally prepared to be a teacher of young children, and meet the requirements as outlined in Article 47 of Department of Health & Mental Hygiene standards. Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the Center's program, goals, and philosophy. 

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following

• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Head Teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Supervise the classroom when the Head Teacher is out of the room.
• Help with the general housekeeping tasks.
• Assist the Head Teacher in other ways as requested.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and loyalty to the Center at all times.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Adhere to code of ethics as outlined by NAEYC
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations
• Knowledgeable of the policies and philosophy of the LAGCC Early Childhood Learning Center
• Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
• Participate in professional organizations that work for the improvement of Early Childhood Education.
• Assist Head Teacher with implementation of appropriate Early Childhood Education experiences.
• Help Head Teacher to supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled at the Center.
• Eat with children family style during scheduled meal time.
• Help to maintain a neat and organized classroom.
• Help children establish good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and assist with toilet training.
• Attend parent group, orientation and Center functions.
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times.
• Report to Lead Teacher any problem which may occur with the children.
• Observe, record, and report on the behavior of individual children as assigned.
• Support children during transition time and comfort when in distress.
• Familiar oneself with goals and objectives of Department of Health Code.
• Complete all outlined paperwork in a timely manner.
• Adhere to center policy as it relates to Child abuse & Maltreatment.
• Helping children in all areas of the curriculum.
• Assisting with the preparation of the learning environment.

Qualifications: