School Age Assistant Teacher

The School-Age Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing a fun, safe, and effective learning environment for children ages 5 through 12. To be successful as a school-age teacher, you should be creative, energetic, and able to encourage self-expression. Top candidates will possess a thorough understanding of childhood development.

• Provide a fun and safe environment for the children in their care.
• Ensure classroom and adjacent areas are kept clean.
• Guide children in their care through education/development programs.
• Think on their feet and respond to each child’s needs efficiently.
• Transport children to and from school and on field trips on 15-passenger bus.
• Accompany children on field trips when children are out of school.
• Modelling appropriate behaviors, even when not on duty.
• Work closely with the Center Director to ensure that guidelines are adhered to.
• Ensure close communication with parents throughout the day should the need arise.
• Work with other teachers in fulfilment of job duties.

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least six months of experience working in a licensed childcare setting or a school-age program.
• Have degree in early childhood or elementary education, or related.
• Have a happy demeanor and love children.
• Be clean, neat, and a good role model for impressionable children.
• Have demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice.
• The ability to lift and carry children frequently throughout the day, as well as get down on the floor to be at the children’s level
• Complete background check and health assessment