What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at Easterseals Iowa Careers?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Easterseals Iowa is currently looking to fulfill the role of Assistant Teacher in our Child Development Center! Come join us in this amazing opportunity!
Principle Accountabilities will include :
- Assist in the planning and implementation of daily classroom activities.
- Assist with organizing the learning environment, setting up the learning centers and preparing the needed materials and supplies.
- Assume the responsibilities of the lead teacher in his / her absence, to ensure high quality environment.
- Perform general classroom housekeeping duties, including preparing snacks, feeding children, toileting, and general clean-up, etc.
- Work under the guidance of the director and the lead teacher and assist in developmental activities.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized room.
- Ensure a safe environment in the classroom with primary importance on the safety and well being of each child.
- Assist with lifeguard duties.
- Attend and be a part of in-service sessions, staff and team meetings as requested.
- Become knowledgeable about the individuals daily needs and well being of each child in the classroom.
- Be willing to learn and be instructed in philosophies and skills for working in a special education, early childhood development program.
- Complete and maintain all other required documentation and records (i.e. daily communication sheets, incident reports, check-in / check-out materials, etc.).
- Present a positive image to children, parents and co-workers.
- Other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time position, with varying hours as this position typically covers others days off or PTO. This role will work in all classrooms, generally 9 hour shifts each day with a 1 hour break.
Requirements :
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