What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Assistant Teacher position at Mountain Lakes Country Day School?
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team in the Toddler classroom, working with children aged 18?36 months. At Mt. Lakes Country Day School, we pride ourselves on maintaining the lowest teacher-to-child ratios in the area, ensuring a high level of individualized care and attention for every child.
This is a rewarding opportunity for those who have a passion for early childhood education and enjoy making a positive impact on the development of young children. If you are patient, nurturing, and eager to help children grow and thrive in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!
Duties
Duties include:
- assisting children with afternoon activities including art, story time, gross motor play, table top/fine motor activities, etc.
- diapering if applicable
- light classroom cleaning (wiping tables, sweeping floors)
- keeping children safe and open communication with parents and fellow staff
Requirements
You must love working with young children! The position is 3-5 days per week from 2:30-6:00 PM.
Nice To Haves
Nice to have some experience working with young children.
Benefits
Benefits include paid time off, paid professional development, and competitive wages.
About Us
Mountain Lakes Country Day School provides quality care for infants, ages 6 weeks to 18 months; toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months; preschoolers, ages 3 to 4 years, and kindergartners, ages 4 to 6 years. Classrooms are broken down by age group and activities are planned for small groups on the principles of developmentally appropriate practices using The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies.Our center is open all year with limited closings for holidays and staff training.