What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher and Teacher Assistant position at Wee Kids Elc?
Wee Kids Early Learning Center is seeking committed applicants who are passionate about early childhood care and education.
We are currently building our team by accepting applicants for Toddlers Teacher and Assistant Teacher positions:
Daily Responsibilities: Our Lead and Assistant Teachers work together:
- Developing and implementing lesson plans
- Meeting the individual needs of the children including feeding and diapering/potty training
- Participating in staff and training meetings
- Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning
- Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills
- Communicating appropriately and professionally with children, parents and fellow staff
- Meeting NJ state licensing requirements
Assistant Teachers work with Lead Teachers to implement their own lesson plans based on Wee Kids Early Learning Guidelines and monthly school themes. Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning!
Required Qualifications:
- Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, PreSchool)
- Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
- Strong written and communication skills, ability to communicate with parents
- must have a friendly, warm and loving demeanor
- understands and abides by NJ state licensing and health department standards
- strong people skills- has the ability to effectively interact and communicate with all -children, peers, parents and community
- organized, motivated and reliable
- must be able to lift up to 40lbs.
- committed to ongoing professional development
- experience working with Procare a plus
- last, but most important- MUST truly love children, want to make a difference in a child's life and value the importance of quality early childhood care and learning experiences.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18