PreK-4 Assistant Teacher

I. Purpose of this Position:

The Day School is seeking a joyful, faith-filled PreK 4 Assistant Teacher to join our team. This individual is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in the classroom to achieve the mission of The Day School: partnering with families, educating the whole child, and providing a nurturing Christian environment while exhibiting the values of The Day School:
Joyful, Child-Centered, Lifelong Learner, Family in Christ.

II. Results/Impact of this Position:

• Connected, loving, relationship between child and Teacher
• Child will show development in all areas:
  Social-emotional, Cognitive, and Physical
• Parents will be informed of child's learning and school community

III.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure a joyful classroom and positive educational experience for all children
• Implement guidance according to The Day School guidance policy
• Assist Lead teacher in preparation of student work and classroom displays
• Assist students with work
• Keep Lead Teacher informed of any needs or issues related to students
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist in supervising children throughout the day
• Assist during Specials, as needed
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Assist in managing student behaviors and implementing guidance techniques in accordance with The Day School policy
• Utilize Day School technology in the teaching/learning/communication processes as appropriate
• Exhibit professional judgement and responsibility at all times
• Participate in staff-development to improve job-related skills, complete 24 hours of CE annually
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, committee meetings, and work sessions
• Follow all rules, regulations and policies of The Day School
• Participate and assist with school events and processes including carpool, Family Picnic, Dad's Night, Open House, fundraisers, admission events and school committees
• Volunteer to assist on one Day School committee
• Assist students with diapering and toileting as needed

IV. Skills, Traits and

Competencies:

• Ability to remain clam in the presence of children
• Ability to maintain emotional composure under stress
• Ability to contribute to a positive workplace environment
• Ability to interpret policy
• Willingness to execute written employment contract of The Day School

VI. Time Commitment:

• Position is full-time with occasional prolonged or irregular hours
• Employee is required to be on campus while children are present

VII.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50 lb.

VIII. Required

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in education, early childhood, child development or closely related field OR current Texas teacher certificate for grades taught strongly preferred
• Experience working with young children