What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool/Pre-K Classroom Assistant Teacher (Starting Wage $18.25+) position at Wee Care Day Care & Preschool?
We are looking for passionate and experienced Assistant Teachers to join our Team in our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms.
A generalized list of job duties include:
- Establish and maintain daily schedule
- Maintain ratio within the classrooms
- Follow chain of command
- Follow direction of Lead Staff with team work & respect
- Assist in implementing weekly lessons
- Make necessary accommodations for children with disabilities
- Make sure all classroom supplies are in rooms for the day
- Maintain safety and well being of all children in care
- Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
- Create a warm, inviting, organized, and stimulating learning environment
- Maintain organized and defined centers (sensory, housekeeping etc)
- Routinely check for safety concerns within the classroom, outside the classroom and the playground
- Decorate room with children’s art work
- Responsible for serving meals, making accommodations for food allergies and intolerances and documenting of meal counts for each meal
- Attend relevant trainings approved by Director
- Implement effective guidance and discipline techniques
- Maintain current Background Clearance, CPR, First Aid, annual STARS, BBP and Food Handlers card
- Assist and supervise field trips when needed
- Maintain confidentiality of children, staff and families
- Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance
- Follow Wee Care Day Care Employee Handbook, Health Policy, and Disaster Policy, the WACS, Foundational Skills and Competencies, and Early Achievers standards including ERS and CLASS
- Must have a valid Driver's License for 5 years or more with a clean driving record, and the ability to transport children to and from school using a passenger van.
Pre-Employment qualifications include:
TB test
Early Childhood Education or experience
Child Care Basic STARS
1st Aid/CPR
Wage starts at $18.25 per hour with additional increases depending on level of education in Early Childhood! The typical schedule will be Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Benefits include:
A fun and friendly atmosphere!
Paid Time Off
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401K with company match after 1 year
Discounted child care
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.25 - $22.25 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22
