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Westwood Academy Arvada
Toddler Assistant Teacher
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$37,986 / year median in Colorado
+10% projected growth
Job Description
The Toddler Assistant Teacher will serve as a key team member in the 12 months to 2 ½ year old classroom. The Toddler Assistant Teacher is essential to ensuring a joyful classroom culture and a safe learning environment for the children. Working closely with the Toddler Lead Teacher, the Assistant Teacher will help develop curriculum, plan activities, and support the children in learning independence. Key Duties Provide a safe and joyful learning environment for 10 toddlers in partnership with lead teacher Form strong connections with each family, learning about their culture, beliefs, and parenting styles Follow school curriculum and programming, always in alignment with the school's defined values Ensure the daily schedule is followed and that all children have ample opportunities for play, creativity, rest, food, outdoor time, and socialization Prepare morning and afternoon snack each day for the children Support the Lead Teacher in keeping records on each Toddler child by documenting their learning progress, behavior, temperament, personal preferences, and social interactions Support children in learning independence through activities such as food preparation, getting dressed, using the toilet, and engaging in self-care Monitor children for signals they need to use the toilet or need a clean pull up, ensure they are changed without delay and their hands are washed before they return to the classroom Facilitate a culture of abuse prevention by following all child abuse prevention guidelines and holding colleagues accountable for doing the same Maintain all required professional development records and ensure the PDIS system is regularly updated Ensure the classroom is tidy, and that all cleanliness and sanitation procedures are consistently followed by all adults and children working in the classroom Always maintain compliance with childcare licensing and health department regulations Qualifications Available to work M-F from 7:45 am to 4:15 pm Colorado Level I or II Credential
REQUIRED
First Aid & CPR Certified- Medication Administration certification preferred Clean criminal background check Compensation & Benefits $19.00
- $20.00 hourly wage
- based on early childhood credential Up to $150 health insurance reimbursement 401k w/ 4% match 8 paid holidays per year 10 paid vacation days per year 10 paid sick days per year Paid professional development Physical Requirements Lift and turn carrying up to 40lbs Sit on the floor for extended periods Lift arms overhead to place or retrieve items from high shelves or cabinets Engage in fine motor activity including but not limited to changing diapers, pulling zippers, closing buttons, demonstrating pincer grasp, and using writing utensils and eating utensils Spend up to two hours outdoors in cold and hot temperatures Reasonable accommodations are available upon request
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00- $20.