Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

Job Location:

70104 WOLVERINE DR - COVINGTON, LA 70433

Job Category:
Education

The Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher in monitoring and teaching the children in Northlake’s Early Learning program. This role includes assisting in fostering developmental activities and implementing a curriculum that engages the children positively. The Assistant Teacher will also collaborate with the team to enhance the overall learning environment at our school.

The ideal candidate has a professed and demonstrated relationship with Jesus Christ, and participates regularly in their local church. Applicants must agree with Northlake Christian School’s Mission, Statement of Faith, and Declaration of Moral Standards.

• Assist with administrative tasks such as submitting attendance, lunch counts, accident reports, etc.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age‑appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Assist in delivering age‑appropriate Bible, Language Development, Character lessons
• Lead the class in the absence of the primary teacher
• Serve lunch to the children
• Change diapers/assist with toileting
• Participate in ELC activities, events, and programs
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff (Daily behavior report, weekly newsletter, etc.)
• Comply with ELC policies and state regulations
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment

• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and alignment with the school’s values
• High school diploma or equivalent; degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Patience, flexibility, and a love for working with children
• Basic knowledge of child development principles and practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and key members of the Northlake Christian School community

• Previous experience as a teacher or teacher’s assistant, preferably in an early learning setting
• Proficient with basic technology
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of CLASS Teaching Strategy

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the classroom and around the NCS campus
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
• Physical stamina to participate in outside activities for 30-45 minute periods

• Must clear the Louisiana Child Care Criminal Background Check
• Upon hire, complete and maintain appropriate professional development as indicated by the ELC Director

* DISCLAIMER:
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Head of School reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.