Preschool Assistant Teacher
East Coast Migrant Head Start Project
Location
Union City, Indiana
Quick overview
The Assistant Teacher will help the lead teacher implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to foster the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of young children. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean classroom and communicating regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed a state-approved early childhood education training program, along with prior experience working with children in a classroom. Enrollment in an associate/bachelor's degree program or CDA credential is also required.
Job description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our team in providing a safe and nurturing environment for our young learners in Union City, IN. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the lead teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of children.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a state-approved training program for early childhood education.
- Experience working with young children in a classroom setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers and support staff
- Enrollment in an associate/bachelor’s degree program or enrolled in CDA credential or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field
- Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) or state equivalency
- Experience working with diverse populations of children and families
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs of all children in the classroom.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of children.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom that is conducive to learning.
- Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to provide updates on their child's progress and address any concerns or questions they may have.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care by following all health and safety guidelines and protocols
What We Offer
- you:
- Individualized professional development plans and opportunities for growth
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- Life and Disability insurance
- 403(b)-retirement savings account
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Grow Early Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Employee Assistant Program
- Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
- Individualized professional development plans
- Employer match and contributions to a 403(b)-retirement savings account
