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Position: Assistant Teacher/Floater – Support Across All Age Groups

Assistant Teacher/Floater – Support Across All Age Groups

Integrated Behavioral Technologies, Inc./The K.I.D.S. Place - McLouth, Kansas

Integrated Behavioral Technologies, Inc. (IBT) is a group of caring individuals whose goal is to provide children and their families with the behavioral therapy services they need to succeed. We are a non‑profit 501(c)3 organization that serves children across the state of Kansas with a focus on rural and low‑income areas.

IBT is currently seeking an Assistant Teacher Floater – Support Across All Age Groups at The K.I.D.S. Place, IBT’s early learning and child care center in McLouth, Kansas. The K.I.D.S. Place provides a nurturing environment which supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs, offering care to children ages 2 weeks up to 14 years.

Job Description

Teachers are responsible for providing and maintaining a nurturing and educational environment for the children in their care. Assistant teachers report to the Director and seek guidance from the Lead Teacher assigned to their classroom.

Qualifications

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Please note:

Assistant Teachers must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, as per state guidelines.)

Education/Certification (Minimum)

None

Bonus

CPR and First Aid

Special Knowledge/Skills

Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the Center
Willing to learn behavioral techniques along with different teaching techniques

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Assist in the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children

Perform duties as planned by the Director(s)

Assist in implementing the curriculum planned by the Lead Teacher(s), Director(s), or any others designated to plan curriculum activities.

Interact with the children in a way that conveys respect and nurturing

Support the social and emotional development of children

Engage in active play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them

Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children

Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom.

Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands

Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the Center and state guidelines

Help other staff in assisting children serve themselves meals, as required

Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the classrooms

Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis

Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program

Continue professional development through attending workshops, staff meetings, online KCCTO courses, and other staff development opportunities

Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible

Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director(s)

Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Working Conditions Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Ability to routinely lift children (if assigned to the Infant or Toddler room – must be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs regularly), move furniture in the classroom, and sustain long hours of active work

The aforementioned statements describe the general requirements for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be logically assigned as appropriate.

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Assistant Teacher​/Floater – Age Groups

Assistant Teacher/Floater – Age Groups