Preschool Assistant Teacher

Preschool Assistant Teacher, Full-Time

Shenandoah University's Child Care Center is accepting applications for a Preschool Assistant Teacher. This is a full-time, benefited position located in Winchester, Virginia.

Assist teacher in daily activities;
Develop and implement lesson plans; meet each child's basic needs; interact with children; take children outside daily; communicate with parents about their child's day; clean and sanitize toys and tables; learn and implement licensing regulations. Maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom.

• Have effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Great thinking skills
• Ability to focus on multiple tasks
• Cope with high stress levels
• Maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Have physical dexterity and have the ability to reach arms above head.
• Must be willing to receive annually 16 in-service hours, CPR and First Aid, and attend staff meetings.
• High Energy & Physical Stamina:
  You will be bending, squatting to eye level, lifting up to 35–40 lbs, and moving quickly for hours.
• Strong Communication:
  The ability to speak gently and clearly to children, but also professionally collaborate with the lead teacher and give reassuring updates to parents.

• Experience working with young children (ages 2–5) in a licensed childcare center, preschool, daycare, or structured camp setting.

Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development.
• Certifications:
  
  Active CPR and First Aid certification (Infant/Child/Adult) is almost always mandatory before your first day.
• Background Clearance:
  Ability to pass a mandatory state and federal criminal background check and fingerprinting.

$17.24

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