Summary
The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Countryside Learning Center is open from 6:30am-5:30pm Monday-Friday, January-December.
THIS POSITION WILL START END OF OCTOBER
Brand New Building Duties Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children. Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports. Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling. Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center. Follow all center policies and state regulations. Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Requirements
? Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience preferred.
? High school diploma or equivalent is required.
? Certification in First Aid/ Infant &Child CPR/ AED required, must be maintained by recertification as necessary.
? Must pass criminal background check/ fingerprinting/ health screening.
? High energy.
? Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
? Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
? A strong understanding of child development.
? Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Assistant teacher certified classes or certification on the Wisconsin Registry is preferred. Must be able to lift 35 pounds. Must be able to stand on their feet for 8-10 hours a day. Prolonged periods of standing, and frequent bending Nice To Haves
Level 6 on WI Registry is a plus. Benefits
*Paid holidays after 90 days: New Years Eve, New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4 th , Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
*Workman?s Compensation Insurance.
*FMLA after 1 year of employment.
*Bereavement Leave after 60 days of employment/
*Sick Pay after 60 days of employment.
*Vacation Time after 60 days of employment.
*Flexible work schedule: 4- 10 hour days or 5- 8 hour days
*Simple IRA with company 3% match after 60 days of employment.
