What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher PreK Counts position at Community Services for Children?
Pay Rate: $17.40/hr
Hours per week: 37.5/40 hr per week (depending on classroom location)
Weeks per year: 45
Community Services for Children, Inc. (CSC) is seeking a new team-member who is energetic and wanting to make a difference in the lives of children for a rewarding career as an Assistant Teacher for our PreK Counts classrooms. We are a large, well-established, high performing organization located in the heart of the Lehigh Valley. Selected as a 2015, 2017, 2020, and 2021 Top Workplace, CSC is a leader in early childhood education.
Work Environment: *****Sign on bonus up to $500 *****
Job Description:
- Plan with and assist Lead Teachers in preparing learning materials for activities appropriate for preschool age (3 to 5 years of age) children.
- Responsible to maintain continuity in vacant classrooms by providing coverage for absent primary Assistant Teachers, work varied schedules, start times, and classroom hours
- Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean, learning environment, including serving nutritional meals for children.
- Ensure the daily care of every child enrolled by following all program regulations and guidelines.
- Share in the development and implementation of written lesson plans with the Lead Teacher.
- Bus monitor activities while accompanying bus drivers during transportation to ensure the safety of all children.
- Collaborate with parents to ensure a positive educational experience for each child.
- Perform other duties assigned by Lead Teacher.
Requirements:
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education required.
- Experience working with preschool children (3 to 5 years of age).
- Car and valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.
- Bilingual (English/ Spanish) preferred.
Benefits:
- Low cost/rich benefits
- Paid leave for sick, and personal days.
- Paid holidays
- Agency sponsored 401k retirement plan.
- Part Year; Six to Eight weeks off over the summer (generally follows a school year calendar)
*Future communications regarding employment may come from our BambooHR hiring portal.
Salary : $17
