BBIII Assistant Teacher

This position is currently open. Public?:

Public Division:

Building Blocks Reports To:

Building Blocks Director Type of Position:

Regular Full Time Location:

AST Building Blocks

III / 16051

Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026 General Description The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and helps care for children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.

Responsibilities & Duties General:

Help care for children and keep them safe Be professional, flexible, and positive Follow schedules and notify the Director when sick Keep records confidential Support team goals and classroom cleanliness Work with the team and follow the center's philosophy Other duties as assigned Responsibilities regarding

Children:

Welcome children and help them feel comfortable Supervise children at all times Observe and share daily updates with parents Support learning through age-appropriate activities Encourage good habits and routines (e.g., meals, nap time) Report concerns about children to the Lead Teacher Watch for signs of illness and act accordingly Other duties as assigned Responsibilities regarding

Administration:

Attend staff meetings and trainings as required. Share suggestions and communicate concerns to Master Teacher and Director. Complete required paperwork. Report suspected child abuse as required by law. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Qualifications Must have the following qualifications: At least 18 years old. High School Diploma or GED.

Meet one of the following:

6 ECE/ECD credits + 6 months teaching experience. 3 ECE/ECD credits + 1 year teaching experience. CDA or similar credential + 1 year experience. Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and transportation. Able to bend, kneel, and lift children as required. Pass a criminal background check. Working Conditions Must be able to stoop, crawl, kneel, and bend in order to speak to children at the child's eye level, to play with children, and to pick up toys/equipment off the floor. Must be able to lift, carry, and hold children:

Infant and Toddler Teachers:

up to 36 pounds

Two-Year Old Teachers:

up to 50 pounds

Preschool Teachers:

up to 70 pounds The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.

Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace Posted Date:

3 days 12 hours ago Tribal Preference/Native American Preference/EEO/Smoke Free/Drug Free Workplace Indian preference applies to all positions, but all resumes will be accepted. Forward Completed Absentee Shawnee Tribe applications with resume to: Absentee Shawnee Tribe Human Resources Department 2025 South Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801

Fax:

405-273-2710

Email:

HR@astribe.com