Preschool Assistant Teacher
Location
Midlothian, VA | United States
Job description
Summary
We are seeking a creative, energetic childcare professional that is passionate about early education to join our teaching staff. The Preschool Assistant Teacher will assist the lead teacher in creating a friendly inclusive environment for all students. You will interact with students in both large and small groups, promote learning activities and execute lesson plans.
Duties - Encourage the healthy intellectual and psychological growth of children
- Manage classroom activities including lessons, play, breaks and meals
- Provide basic needs for children
- Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities
- Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
- Assess and track children's progress and report to parents
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom
- Help children reach developmental milestones
- Collaborate with others to implement lesson plans
- Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills
- Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times
- Maintain inventory system for classroom materials and supplies
- Facilitate various activities for children including songs, games and storytelling
- Adhere to health/safety and sanitation procedures
Requirements - At least 18 years old
- Able to pass a background check
- High School diploma or GED Certificate
- A passion for early childhood education
Nice To Haves - Some early childhood education experience
Benefits - Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
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