Assistant Teacher

Introduction

As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana.

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation.

With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission:
Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As an Assistantteacher, you will help foster a nurturing environment that is rich in developmentally appropriate activities that will encourage children's curiosity and learning.

We care for the whole child as an individual, including their social -- emotional, cognitive, and developmental needs.

• Communicate with co-teacher and other staff members on a daily basis.
• Mentor and train new staff as needed.
• Collaborate with other staff members to plan activities.
• Lead by example in the classroom and school.
• Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Be a team player and an active, engaged member of the teaching staff.
• Communicate with parents daily regarding the child's progress and development.
• Maintain a positive can-do attitude.
• Maintain accreditation and state childcare standards.
• Uphold company vision and mission at all times.

• High school diploma/GED.
• CDA preferred (required within 2 years of hire date).
• 1-year experience working as lead teacher in a licensed childcare facility.
• Meets state childcare education requirements.
• Knowledge of infant/toddler developmentally appropriate practice (DAP).
• Familiar with NAEYC standards a plus.
• Familiar with continuity of care.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to maintain professional composure in stressful situations.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Familiar with accreditation process -- preferred.
• College level coursework, Associate, or Bachelor's degree - preferred.
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• The following childcare training courses must be completed within specified time frames:
  • Infant/Toddler Appropriate Practices - upon hire.
  • Infant sleep safety -- upon hire.
  • Shaken baby syndrome prevention training -- upon hire.
  • Louisiana early learning and developmental standards
    - Birth to kindergarten Online -- upon hire.
  • Special Needs Appropriate Practices -- within 90 days of employment.
  • CPR and First Aid -- within 30 days of employment.
  • Other training requirements identified by leadership team.
  • Louisiana Orientation Modules (online) upon hire.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Develop and implement lesson plan activities.
• Assess and observe children on a daily basis.
• Adjust learning goals for each child as needed.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Collaborate with co-teacher and other staff members.
• Communicate with teachers, staff, and parents in a professional manner.
• Classroom newsletters.
• Classroom documentation.
• Create and maintain classroom and children's portfolios.
• Be familiar with Early Childhood theorists and philosophies such as Piaget,…