Preschool Assistant Teacher

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Early Learning Essentials, a non‑profit organization that offers preschool services to children and families who encounter life's challenges and need a hand up.

Position is 177 days; a typical work week is Monday – Friday with an expectation of no more than 40 hours per week. Assists the teacher to provide instruction, supervision, and provision of appropriate learning activities for all enrolled children at a specified site. Under the direction of the teacher, delivers comprehensive educational services to Head Start children, including those with Individualized Education Plan(s) (IEP), behavioral support or health plans and English language learners.

This position is front‑line work and not eligible for telecommuting.

• Must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within two (2) years.
• Experience working with preschool children or preschool lab work leading to a degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) from a recognized institution is preferred.

• Associate or Baccalaureate degree in any area or be enrolled in a program leading to a degree.
• Associate or Baccalaureate degree in ECE, Elementary Education, Child Development, or other closely related field from a recognized institution is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking is desirable.

• Maintains current inter‑rater reliability in Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG).
• Substantial knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to handle/re‑direct child challenging behaviors.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and develop solutions to problems with limited supervision.
• Ability to write and speak English professionally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, community groups, and other agencies.

• $18.79 / hour – No CDA credential / CDA in progress
• $19.12 / hour – CDA credential earned
• $19.30 / hour – AA in ECE or related field
• $21.50 / hour – BA in ECE or related field

The pay structure for classroom staff is similar to a school district’s with annualized paychecks spread out through the year in bi‑weekly pay periods, allowing staff to receive paychecks even when off during the summer months.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industries:
  Non‑profit Organizations
• Location:
  
  Pleasant Grove, UT