Teacher Assisstant

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children (Infants to Preschool Age) for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children.
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children.
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem.
• Encourage children to interact with each one another.
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times.
• Track children’s progress and report to parents routinely.
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and behavior.
• Collaborate with other educators.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

Preferred Skills

• Must have proof of High School Diploma or GED
• Must be willing to undergo a background check in accordance to local law and regulations 
• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher (Preferred)
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods.
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms.
• Excellent communication and instructional skills.
• Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable.
• A balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen.
• Certification in child CPR (Preferred).
• CDA (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)