What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant infant teacher position at Bright Light Academy?
Bright Light Academy is seeking an experienced assistant teacher to join our infants' teaching team.
Candidates MUST have at least two years of experience working with young children, be a team player and have good communication skills.
Candidates MUST qualify as Assistant Group Supervisor with DHS to be considered. A CDA and / or fluent in Spanish are pluses
Responsibilities :
- Help create a safe and stimulating classroom environment for infants & toddlers.
- Monitor and engage with children during playtime, meals, and other daily routines.
- Provide individual and group support to children as needed.
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development and progress.
- Assist students with person care routines as needed.
Qualifications :
- Have at lease two years of experience working with children (2500 hours) preferably infants & toddlers.
- Must qualify as a Group Supervisor with the Dept. of Human Services.
- Able to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.
- Be 18 years or older and able to work in the United States.
- A love for children and a desire to work with infants.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Be able to lift up to 40lbs, see, hear & sit on the floor with children.
- Must be patient, nurturing, and able to create a positive learning environment.
- A Child Development Associate's certification is a plus.
- Fluent in Spanish is a plus.
Position Overview :
- This is a full-time position, but Bright Light full-time staff work a 4-day work week!
- The pay range starts at $16.50 up to $18 (relative to experience, degree & education) per hour with a pay increase based on performance at the end of a 90-day probation period.
- Full-time staff also receive paid holidays & PTO, sick pay, annual raises, reduced child care & more.
Bright Light Academy does not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or sex.
About Bright Light Academy :
Bright Light Academy has been providing high quality education to the greater Pittsburgh area since 2016. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards possible, and by doing so have been a Keystone Stars Star 4 Child Care Center since 2021.
If you are looking to work in a center where your contributions are appreciated & you want to work in a diverse & welcoming community, Bright Light may be the place for you!
Last updated : 2024-11-19
Salary : $17 - $18
