Job Description
Summary Join the vibrant community of Little Leaders Academy of Arts (LLA), where we prioritize the safety and growth of our young learners in a stimulating environment. We're seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher / Childcare Support Specialist / Classroom Floater to complement our dedicated team.
As an Assistant Teacher at LLA, you'll collaborate with experienced Lead Teachers to nurture children's development across various age groups. This dynamic role offers flexibility and the chance to gain invaluable experience in early childhood education.
We encourage you to apply if you're passionate about fostering young minds and dedicated to creating a positive educational experience. Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the LLA Assistant Teacher / Childcare Support Specialist / Classroom Floater position. Join us in shaping the future of our little leaders!
Duties - Support Lead Teachers: Collaborate with Lead Teachers during lessons, activities, and classroom management, offering additional assistance to ensure a nurturing and educational environment for children.
- Supervision and Engagement: Ensure the safety and well-being of children by supervising them during activities, playtime, meals, and rest periods, actively engaging with them to foster their development.
- Adaptability: Be flexible in working with diverse age groups and in various classrooms as needed, providing support wherever necessary to meet the evolving needs of the center.
- Curriculum Implementation: Help implement age-appropriate educational programs and activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth, aligning with the center's curriculum goals.
- Daily Care Duties: Support children with daily care tasks such as diapering, restroom use, handwashing, and mealtime, ensuring prompt assistance and maintaining hygiene standards.
- Break Supervision: Organize and supervise breaks for teachers, ensuring a positive and respectful mealtime experience that fosters a supportive atmosphere.
- Classroom Organization: Aid in setting up and organizing the classroom, including arranging materials and resources for daily activities to facilitate a conducive learning environment.
- Effective Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with parents, regularly updating their child's progress, daily activities, and mealtime habits, fostering a collaborative relationship.
- Positive Role Modeling: Lead by example as a positive role model for children, demonstrating kindness, patience, and respect in all interactions to promote a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Requirements - Flexibility: Be adaptable and willing to work varied shifts, including opening or closing as needed, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Minimum Age: Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
- Background Clearance: Successfully pass various background checks, including those conducted through Bright from the Start.
- CPR & First Aid Certification: Hold current CPR & First Aid certification or be willing to obtain certification upon hiring.
- Strong Work Ethic: Demonstrate a strong work ethic, punctuality, and minimal absences to ensure reliable attendance.
- Understanding of Child Development: Understanding young children's unique needs and appropriate expectations.
- Physical Requirements: Be capable of kneeling, bending, squatting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying children weighing up to 70 lbs.
- Reliable Transportation: Have dependable transportation to and from work.
- Education: Hold a High School Diploma or equivalent (a Child Development Associate (CDA) or relevant coursework is a plus).
- Childcare Experience: Previous experience working in childcare is preferred but not required.
- Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with children, parents, and colleagues effectively.
- Passion for Child Development: Display a genuine passion for working with children and contributing to their growth and development.
- Adaptability: Adapting to different age groups and classroom environments as needed.
- Punctuality and Reliability: Maintain punctuality and reliability as essential qualities in fulfilling the role's responsibilities.
Nice To Haves - Childcare Industry Experience: Previous experience in the childcare industry is highly valued.
- Additional Certifications: Possession of additional relevant certifications or coursework in early childhood education is advantageous.
- Bilingual/Multilingual Skills: Proficiency in multiple languages is a notable asset.
- Office/Administrative Experience: Experience in office or administrative roles is considered a positive attribute.
Benefits - Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive pay commensurate with your skills and experience.
- Ongoing Training: Access continuous training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated in the field.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
- Meaningful Impact: Have the rewarding opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of young children as you contribute to their growth and development.
- Career Growth: Benefit from opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization, allowing you to achieve your professional goals.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Monday to Friday,