Infant Assistant Teacher

Benefits : 401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Training & development

Welcome to Building Kidz! We are looking for a friendly, loving, trustworthy, fun Assistant Infant Teacher . We pride ourselves on our communication with staff and parents. If you are looking for a family feel, we could be the perfect place for you! Thank you for your time, I look forward to meeting you!

About us

Building Kidz of Roswell is a child care center in Roswell, GA. We are engaging, collaborative and our goal is to find teachers who fit our core values of Building Community, Serving with Intention, and Peace and Wonder. We strive to support our teachers and staff in every way possible, as we know this is not an easy job and we are so thankful for all our teachers! .

Our work environment includes :

Relaxed atmosphere

International workforce

REQUIREMENTS :

1 years experience (Preferred but not required)

Meets experience criteria required by the state

Educational Qualifications :

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

Meets education criteria required by the state

24 units of ECE or CDA preferred

Key Competencies : Creativity

Learning on the Fly

Planning

Patience

Approachability

Customer Focus

Compassion

Informing

Listening

Integrity and Trust

General Responsibilities :

Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs; provides customer service and builds trust

Comply with BK and all governmental regulations regarding the care of infants

Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter

Keep the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of infants

Arrive to the workplace regularly and on time, follows appropriate call in procedures and is dependable overall

Complete timely and accurate documentation according to BK and other licensing or regulation requirements

Assist and accept responsibilities in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available

Use time wisely and take initiative when appropriate

Attend and participate in staff meetings, Teacher -in- Service Training Days, center events, and parent / customer meetings as required

Adhere to and act in line with company mission and values at all times

Provide appropriate role modeling to fellow staff members

Greet infant and parents at drop off and pick up, as applicable

Be a supportive and contributing member of the team

Demonstrate knowledge of BK’s philosophy and curriculum expectations

Maintain accreditation standards and licensing regulations at all times

Consistently demonstrate a positive and professional attitude

Follow the dress code as stated in the Employee Manual

Job Knowledge / Skills :

Practical knowledge of early childhood care and education

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Implement effective customer service for children and families

Understanding of BK policies and governmental regulations regarding the care of infants

Ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum

Program Responsibilities :

Assist with planning and implementing curriculum and program materials consistently and appropriately

Assist with planning a schedule that incorporates a balance of indoor / outdoor, quiet / active, individual / group and infant initiated / staff initiated activities

Maintain positive learning environments

Scheduled feeding of infants and changing of diapers

Accommodate infants with food and / or environmental allergies

Administer medications to infants as needed, within perimeters of BK’s policy

Assist in infant evaluations

Seeks assistance and support when necessary and provides assistance and support when necessary

Proactive in implementing best practices to the program

Engage in professional development

Participate in impromptu and scheduled safety drills with the infants

Classroom Responsibilities :

Insure that classroom is safe at all times; conducting appropriate safety checks when needed

Maintain and insure appropriate head count of infants at all times

Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and seeks additional responsibility when appropriate

Insure that classroom set up allows for ease of supervision and makes appropriate changes when necessary

Perform appropriate housekeeping activities that will insure health and safety to children (ex : wiping spills, clearing debris, maintaining a neat environment, etc.)

Wipe infant’s faces and noses to keep a hygienic environment

Team and Family Interactions :

Approach issues and problems through teamwork and collaborative efforts

Address conflict in a fair, equitable and diplomatic manner

Share ideas and information; research appropriate information

Emphasize the positive, communicate concerns in a timely fashion

Viewed as a team player and act as a role model to team members

Willingness to interact with families regarding infant’s development

Focus on solving problems and think out ideas that may be best for infants and families

Support decisions and acts as a resource to others

Is collaborative and inclusive when faced with issues that arise with infants and families

Genuinely cares about and relates to all kinds of people constructively

May be called upon for off-site activities related to team building with co-workers

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Work is performed primarily in the center environment. Centers are dynamic with a high level of activity. Work may also be performed in the community on field trips.

Must be able to lift up 30 lbs. and stand for up to 95% of the day

Assume posture at low levels, stoop, sit on floor and bend down numerous times per day

Agility to move from seated to standing position quickly to respond to infant’s needs

Perform all activities with infant for prolonged periods

Can perform all duties both indoors and outdoors

Possess acceptable hearing and vision capabilities in order to monitor wellbeing of infant

Work hours may vary to accommodate needs of infant and families