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Assistant Teacher

The Assistant Teacher assists the Lead Teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities according to an approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.

Benefits:

• A rewarding job, making an impact in the lives of children
• Curriculum and lesson plans for each classroom are provided
• Develop the skills you need to advance your career
• Weekday hours keep your weekends free!
• Build strong relationships with coworkers and your community

Assistant Teacher Essential Functions Include:

• Works with Lead Teacher in setting up and maintaining the classroom to ensure a safe, fun and age appropriate learning environment. Makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families as requested.
• Assists with the preparation of the classroom for daily activities and assists in the clean-up after activities are complete.
• Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others.
• Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations and according to the lesson plans; functions as the lead teacher in the absence of Lead teacher when needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information on the children and their families.
• Reports suspected child abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested by the Lead Teacher or Director/Owner. May work in other classrooms other than the one usually assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
• Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to problem solve, manage conflict
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent time management skills
• Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirements
• Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
• Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to balance multiple priorities

Qualifications:

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum.
• Ability to be trained in CPR and Fire Safety

Education required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience required:

• 0 to 6 months in classroom setting

Compensation: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour

Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a "daycare job." This is your opportunity to make an impact in the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care.

Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus in caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special.

We're expanding our team with positions available at several of our child care centers. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!

Our mission is to build a child care brand committed to providing each child with a nurturing, supportive environment for growth and learning.

If you're ready to make an impact in the lives of children in your community, come join the Discovery Point team!