Assistant Teacher Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Assistant Teacher Chunk’s Learning Center – 4.5 Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time $13 – $14 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Childcare Childhood development Early childhood education High school diploma or GED Classroom experience 1 year Communication skills Child Development Associate Certification Entry level Full Job Description General Summary Responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in developing and implementing a program of activities that promotes the social, emotional and physical development of each child enrolled in a group in accordance with Georgia BFTS and Quality Rated Performance Standards. The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Lead Teacher. Essential Functions 1. Assist directors in maintenance and implementation of a developmentally appropriate and strong moral and creative educational program. 2. Assists Lead Teacher in maintaining records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with

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Responsible for assisting the teacher with the full implementation GELDS, BFTS and Quality Rated performance standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the Center. 4. Assists with the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate practices, lesson plans and general classroom management. 5. Participates in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development. 6. Assists Lead Teacher in reviewing the progress of each child and developing written plans to promote each child’s growth and development. 7. Maintains a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children. 8. Develops a positive relationship with each child and promote the development 9. of self-esteem and self-discipline. 10. Observes each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and uses this information to facilitate learning and growth. 11. Establishes a positive relationship with each child’s family and shares information about the child’s day at the Center through approved communication tools. 12. Assists the teacher in conducting staff/parent conferences. 13. Assists teacher in the full implementation of individualized plans and the inclusion of children with disabilities and special needs. 14. Responsible for assisting Center Director and teacher in implementing parent involvement activities. 15. Performs other duties as required or assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position. Education Must have High school diploma or GED. CDA or 90 classroom hours in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of one (1) year experience in a childcare setting. Must possess demonstrated experience and interest in working with young children, parents, and volunteers. Knowledge of the challenges and strengths of working in a diverse educational environment. Effective oral and written communication skills commensurate with the responsibilities of the position are required.

Additional Requirements:

Must demonstrate a strong knowledge of appropriate practices in early childhood development including working with parents. Must be able to comply with background check, including fingerprints, as required by the BFTS. Successful experience working as an effective member of a team. Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community. Must be free of communicable diseases and breathing impairments. Must demonstrate success in working as a team member, have effective communication skills and be willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the program. Ability to learn and comprehend information from Procedures Manuals and other materials. Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being. Must be able to manage confidential information. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child. All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our agency. Therefore, each employee must at all times be emotionally stable and able to function effectively with children, adolescents and adults who may have mental or behavioral health problems. The staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression and unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable. Must obtain all annual training as required by Center, BFTS, Quality Rated, State and Federal Guidelines.

Working Conditions:

Tasks that involve frequent possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids or tissues. Tasks that involve handling instruments or utensils, use of public or shared bathroom facilities or telephones and personal contacts. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: 1. Frequently walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talks or hears. 2. Often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat or crawl. 3. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40 pound child. 4. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 5. May occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proper clothing and shoes as required by Center policy and OSHA regulations. The qualifications listed above are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$13.00 – $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities Ability to

Commute:

Savannah, GA 31405 (Required)

Work Location:

In person