Posted: November 18, 2024
Start Date: Immediate
Position Type: Full Time
Application Deadline: Posted Until Filled
Wages: ​$37,440

Job Description

Neighborhood Schoolhouse is hiring for the position of Assistnat Teacher in our Pre-K classroom. This classroom will provide high quality early care and education for children ages 3-5. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00. 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. They 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. They must have experience with educating young children outdoors in all weather. ​

Responsibilites

  • Promote positive association with playing and learning outdoors in all weather
  • Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Operate with a deep respect for children at all times
  • 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 school.
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
The Neighborhood Schoolhouse is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Successful completion of High School or equivalent.
  • High energy and ability to work outdoors in all climates
  • ​Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • An understanding of child development.
  • Excellent organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. (Can obtain once hired)
  • Must clear full background check.
  • At least one of the following qualifications preferred, or the willingness to meet this qualification:
    • At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One (1) or Two (2) Certificate; or 
    • At least a current CDA (Child Development Associate) and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or • 
    • At least a State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate that emphasizes child development or early childhood weducation and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or 98 
    • At least successful completion of the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals’ course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or 
    • At least successful completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or a three (3) college credit course for school age care and education and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Paid holidays and school breaks totalling more than 30 paid days off
  • Vision and dental insurance
  • Access to EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Apply

Submit a cover letter, Resume/CV, and references to: [email protected]