What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant Teacher position at New Wonders Learning Center- Montgomery?
Are you an energetic, fun and engaging early childhood professional? We are interested in bringing on new members to our winning team! We are seeking experienced educators to join our state of the art, 12-month childcare center in Montgomery, NY.
We offer children a warm, rich, high-quality learning experience which celebrates the individuality of each child. Our warm, positive environment values students and staff alike and provide best practice from infancy through Pre-K.
We are seeking special candidates for immediate hire to join our team of Wonderful teachers. Candidates will work with students in ages from 3 to 4 years old in programs as needed. The scheduled hours range from 630am – 6pm Monday through Friday.
Qualified candidates will be reliable, responsible and have a passion for educating children. In addition, candidates will:
- MUST LOVE CHILDREN
- Have a minimum of HS Diploma or equivalent
- Have clear understanding of child development
- Have a strong desire to work with young children
- Be knowledgeable of child development
- Be eager to learn and develop on the field of early childhood
- Be willing to be coached/guided
- Be able to work closely with a team
- Have a calm/patient demeanor
- Be able to assist in cleaning as needed throughout the day
- Be able to carry out the physically demanding work of lifting and holding children for hours and sitting on the floor
- Relate positively with young children in a mature and responsible fashion.
- Maintain a professional personal appearance
- Assists in other capacities, as determined by the Director.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $17