What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Teacher position at Above & Beyond Childcare?
Summary
Above & Beyond Childcare is looking to add an Associate Teacher to their team! This position requires a compassionate and dedicated individual to create a nurturing, positive, and safe classroom for the children in their care. The Associate Teacher works alongside Lead Teachers to develop a monthly curriculum and manages the day-to-day activities of the classroom. This position requires an understanding of early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practices, and the need for healthy social-emotional relationships.
Duties
Requirements
Nice To Haves
We pride ourselves on our collaborative atmosphere, supportive management, and fantastic benefits. Our core staff have been with us for an average of 10 years and have wonderful testimonials. Both of our locations have achieved step 1 of Granite Steps for Quality with the focus on The Pyramid Model, a social-emotional framework derived from evidenced-based practices.
Benefits
Free Childcare
Health Insurance
Accrued Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
401(k) Matching
Holiday Pay
Paid Vacations
Bonus Opportunities
Above & Beyond Childcare is looking to add an Associate Teacher to their team! This position requires a compassionate and dedicated individual to create a nurturing, positive, and safe classroom for the children in their care. The Associate Teacher works alongside Lead Teachers to develop a monthly curriculum and manages the day-to-day activities of the classroom. This position requires an understanding of early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practices, and the need for healthy social-emotional relationships.
Duties
- Implement classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment ? including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- ECE credits OR proof of experience in a childcare center.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- Obtain Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Nice To Haves
We pride ourselves on our collaborative atmosphere, supportive management, and fantastic benefits. Our core staff have been with us for an average of 10 years and have wonderful testimonials. Both of our locations have achieved step 1 of Granite Steps for Quality with the focus on The Pyramid Model, a social-emotional framework derived from evidenced-based practices.
Benefits
Free Childcare
Health Insurance
Accrued Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
401(k) Matching
Holiday Pay
Paid Vacations
Bonus Opportunities
