Assistant Preschool Teacher Job at St Michaels' ELC, Columbia, SC

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  • St Michaels' ELC
  • Columbia, SC

Job Description


Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, t he Assistant Teacher observes and documents children’s interests and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant Teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

  • Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
  •  Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
  •  Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
  • Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to childcare center.
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  •  Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

  •  High energy.
  •  Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  •  A strong understanding of child development.
  •  Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  •  Must clear full background check.
  •  Must pass health screening.
  • Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

  •  Must be able to lift a small child or something of comparable weight.
  •  Must be able to stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

  • 1+ years of professional childcare experience is preferred.
  • ECD 101 and any other college courses completed in the field of Early Childhood is preferred.

Benefits

  • Matching pension plan
  • 50% discount on ALL childcare services
  • PTO and sick leave

Job Tags

Full time,

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