Afternoon Assistant Teacher (Ankeny)

Up to a $500 company sign on bonus available!

$1000 State bonus after 90 days

TEACHING

1. Assist in planning and implementing age appropriate curriculum.
2. General everyday cleanup after activities and snack and complete cleanup check list at the end of the night.
3. Treat children with compassion, dignity and respect.
4. Communicate in a professional manner with parent, staff and management.
5. Establish a positive image as a role model for our children and families.
6. Responsible for a nightly chore around the center and help on assigned laundry day.
7. Dress in a professional service manner.
8. Follows all Little Endeavors policies.
9. Respects the policy of the children and families confidentiality.
10. Communicate with lead teacher of any issues that come up in the afternoon and waits for the lead teacher or help from the director before addressing parents.

CO-WORKERS

1. Strives to assume a fair share of work.
2. Is tactful with negative information.
3. Maintain communication with morning staff.
4. Maintain communication with the director.
5. Approaches criticism with learning attitude.
6. Come to work with a positive attitude.
7. Is friendly and respectful.
8. Looks for ways to be helpful around the center.
9. Is flexible when needed around the center by the director.
10. Communicates directly, avoids gossip.

Administration

1. Reliable in attendance
   • On-time
   • Gives ample notice for absence
2. Careful and conscientious in performance of duties; including the use of positive words and actions towards children, parents, and staff
3. Be nurturing to all children throughout the center.
4. Be courteous and helpful when dealing with children and their parents
5. Responsible in job duties
6. Flexible with assignments
7. Flexible with schedules
8. Remains calm in tense situations
9. Maintains a positive attitude
10. Follows policies and procedures

**Completes all DHS requirements on trainings, background checks and physical in a timely manner after being hired or annually.