Assistant Teacher - Preschool Threes

Assistant Teacher - Preschool Threes Westbury Methodist Day School - 5.0 Houston, TX Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15.50 - $18.00 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Abuse and neglect policy adherence Early childhood education Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree First Aid Certification Classroom experience Child Development Associate Certification Child abuse reporting laws Teaching Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Westbury Methodist Day School is seeking a dedicated, caring, team-oriented individual to serve as Assistant Teacher in a two-year-old classroom (Monday-Friday). In this role, make a difference in the lives of young children and families by providing a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate early learning environment that fosters physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual development. Additional teaching hours may be available in the Extended Care program. Ideal candidate is able to communicate effectively, follow state licensing and school guidelines, meet accreditation standards, be able to create and follow a developmentally appropriate curriculum, and most importantly bring passion to working with young children and understand the importance of building relationships with their families. All teachers are expected to work with love, patience, confidence, compassion, and creativity to provide meaningful experiences throughout the day.

Job Type:

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Salary range:

$15.50-$18

Experience:

Preschool:

2 years in licensed child-care facility (preferred)

Early Childhood Education:

four-year college or university degree in early childhood education or a related discipline; or non-degree credentials such as Preschool Child Development Associate or Certified Childcare Professional (preferred)

Teaching:

2 years, Assistant Teacher (preferred) Job Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Must demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to properly listen to the needs of both parents and children, as well as to provide clear written and verbal reports of children's development.
• Work well with children. Practice patience and understanding when taking care of children and assessing their needs.
• Uphold and fulfill all requirements established by the TDFPS Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers.
• Uphold and fulfill all requirements established by NAC Accreditation Standards.
• Supervise and provide a safe environment for all children at all times.
• Employ developmentally appropriate classroom management tools and methods.
• Provide materials and resources for children to use and explore in a center-based classroom that values learning through play and discovery.
• Demonstrate qualities of excellence and creativity in planning, both to provide engaging developmentally appropriate lessons for children and to develop solutions that help age-level teams work well together.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children in your care.
• Build, cultivate, and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Attend all required school events.
• Assist with toileting, as needed.
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing tasks for classroom and materials routinely and throughout each day.
• Report to the Day School Director, who will evaluate work performance and ensure appropriate lesson planning and curriculum.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years or older
• High-school diploma or high-school equivalent
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Consistent attendance
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility with tasks and assignments
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including ability to stand for long periods of time, hand dexterity, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, ability to bend, and ability to move and think quickly in response to an emergency
• Willing to commit a minimum of one full school year
• Clear background check and fingerprint check
• Negative TB test
• Professional references
• CPR and First Aid certified (can be completed upon hire)
• 30-hours professional development training annually As outlined in the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers licensing requirements, all caregivers must:
• Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities
• Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience
• Recognize and respect the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families, and their cultures
• Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to TDFPS as specified in the

Texas Family Code Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$15.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Houston, TX 77096 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Houston, TX 77096: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person