Assistant Teacher

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS 345

East Ninth Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16503 814/454-4514 GROW

EARLY LEARNING

Bl-LINGUAL

DAY CARE

Pre-K Counts, HSSAP Saint Benedict Center is currently in need of an Assistant Teacher for our Pre-K Counts classroom. The assistant teacher is responsible for supporting children's school readiness by providing a safe, culturally and linguistically responsive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment. Provide guidance to Lead Teachers, Caregivers and volunteers under the supervision of the Early Childhood Education Coordinator (ECEC). Position follows Saint Benedict Center service plans, Family Engagement practices, and supports the implementation of Saint Benedict Center Program Goals and Objectives.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

: Meet all current federal, state and local childcare employee regulations; including First Aid and CPR., leadership ability and team building skills required.

Bilingual:

English and Spanish or Nepalese Education and Experience:

Preferred:

Bachelors Degree in Education, Social Services preferred . Minimum of two years of related experience working with children in a Pre-K Counts or HSSAP setting.

Skills, Knowledge and Ability:

Excellent communication skills. Basic computer skills (Microsoft applications: Word, Excel and Outlook). Able to organize, file and distribute information and work under stressful conditions with multiple deadlines.

Working Conditions:

Office/Center environment; flexible work hours occasional (evening/ weekend/overtime). Work outside a minimum of one (1) hour per day in varying weather conditions. Attending monthly staff meetings during evening hours once per month.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follow procedures and guidelines described in Saint Benedict Center content area manuals. Follow procedures and guidelines described in Saint Benedict Center content area manuals. Adhere to and practice Positive Guidance Policy. Implement daily classroom operations including planning and implementing school readiness activities for children. Closely supervise and maintain awareness at all times of the children assigned as primary responsibility. Follow primary caregiving procedures. Model and encourage healthy eating, as part of family-style dining, and table top tooth brushing. Provide and maintain a safe environment to prevent injuries to staff and children. Keep the classroom and outdoor learning environment clean and free of dangerous equipment and debris. Create a positive emotional environment in the classroom by establishing warm and supportive relationships with children, displaying positive affect and communication, and demonstrating respect for one another. During evacuations or drills, assume role as indicated in established procedures. Assist in the physical maintenance and care of center facility such as sweeping, mopping, sanitizing and garbage disposal. Maintain a professional attitude with open communication and support a positive environment in the center to promote the social, emotional and mental wellness of staff, children and families. Model acceptable social behavior; encourage sharing and cooperation among children and staff..

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Erie, PA 16503 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Erie, PA 16503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person