Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Ideal Child Care Center - 2.6 District Heights, MD Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Classroom active supervision Abuse and neglect policy adherence Early childhood education High school diploma or GED Performing background checks Teaching experience with young children Child abuse reporting laws Student safety monitoring Time management Full Job Description Our Mission At Ideal Childcare Center, our mission is to educate the hearts and minds of young learners in a safe, dynamic, community-centered environment where children participate in a wide range of educational experiences to nurture their full potential and encourage life-long learning. Job Description Ideal Childcare Center is looking for passionate, committed, Assistant Early Childhood Teachers to join our team. As an Assistant Teacher, you will assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate educational opportunities consistent with Ideal Childcare Center's vision and curriculum goals. You will help establish a classroom environment which is safe, content and sensory rich, intentional, organized, appealing, and responsive to the needs and interests of the children in your class. You will support the Lead Teacher's efforts to observe the children and document their strengths, opportunities for growth, and progress over time. You will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to form a partnership with families, supporting clear lines of communication and providing consistent and accurate information to families about their individual children. All members of Ideal Childcare Center staff must have a fundamental belief in the goodness of young children. To join our team, you must be committed to helping the children in your class reach their full potential. Finally, we expect all of our educators to also be lifelong learners. At Ideal Childcare Center, you will be provided high-quality Professional Development each year. With our support, you will be responsible for demonstrating ongoing professional growth and advancement within our school community. We hope you will join our team! Key Responsibilities Assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate educational opportunities consistent with the curriculum goals and philosophy of the school, and as directed by the Director Assist with posting information about current learning in the classroom Help to establish a classroom environment which is content and sensory rich, intentional, organized, appealing, responsive to the needs and interests of the children and approved by the Director Assist with ensuring that all pre-planned experiences are appropriately set up before the arrival of the children each morning Help create a community of inclusion and respect among the children and adults in the classroom Assist with implementing the recommendations of specialists for individual support, as approved by the Director Assist with maintaining accurate daily attendance records Assist with maintaining accurate meal records Ensure that only authorized individuals pick up children Other duties as assigned All Staff Responsibilities Establish and maintain high-quality relationships with children and families At all times, speak to children with respect Maintain an appropriate and safe environment for children at all times Actively supervise children at all times Intervene in the event that a child is being bullied or otherwise harmed, physically or emotionally, by other children or adults Utilize only positive discipline and natural consequences when behavioral support is necessary Participate in team planning meetings and professional development days Participate in programs that are considered an integral part of the school, though they may fall outside of regular work hours At all times remain in compliance with our Confidentiality Policy Promptly report damages and needed repairs Wash classroom surfaces daily, keep the floors free of large litter and food Thoroughly clean and straighten the common space on a rotating basis Immediately report any instances of suspected abuse or neglect, to protective services as required by law Other duties as assigned Qualifications The successful candidate will: Meet all requirements of Child Care Licensing, including background checks Have a minimum of one-years' experience in early childhood education All members of Ideal Childcare Center staff are Mandated Reporters. The successful candidate must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse prior to start date.

Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you willing to undergo required background checks?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

District Heights, MD 20747 (Required)

Work Location:

In person