What are the responsibilities and job description for the Floater/Kitchen Assistant position at Shining Stars CDC?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
The Floater / Assistant Teacher will assist the Lead Teacher by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education.S / he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. The Floater / Assistant Teacher will assist the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents. The Floater / Assistant Teacher will assist in the implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Lead Teacher and the Director. The Floater / Assistant will assist with meals and clean-up.
This position may be full time or part time. Some benefits do not come with part time.
Duties
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
- Follow prepared lesson plans
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
- Assist with meals and clean-up.
- Routine Care (including diaper changing and feeding)
- Knowledge of Child Development
- Understanding of NC child care regulations
Requirements
Skills Requirement
Nice To Haves
Benefits
Benefits through the Stabilization Grant
Participate in TEACH and WAGES
Closed on weekends and holidays.