Assistant Pre-K 4 Teacher, Innovative Private Preschool

Assistant Pre-K 4 Teacher, Innovative Private Preschool Baylake Academy - 2.9 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $14 - $16 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Referral program Qualifications Spanish Microsoft Excel Research Bachelor's degree Lesson planning Productivity software Time management

Full Job Description Assistant Teacher Baylake Academy Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Salary:

$14 - $16 an hour Positions available: Full-Time Monday through Friday Assistant Pre-K 4 Teacher (2.5 years old to 3 years old, 8:00am - 5:30pm with a 1.5-hour break)

Number of Hires:

minimum of 2 position Projected Start date: Immediate Reports to: Lead Teachers and/or Directors Baylake Academy is a private preschool for students 6 weeks to kindergarten located in the Chesapeake Bay area of Virginia Beach. Baylake Academy provides a leading educational environment with an interactive curriculum promoting independent thinkers. Along with nine playful modern classrooms, Baylake Academy hosts a library for mind exploration, state of the art computer room, and a science room where our children can experiment and experience discovery. Our multi-use gymnasium offers a massive space equipped with a stage to host school events in addition to the physical fitness program designed by our personal trainer. Our outside activities take place in designated age-group specific areas along with playground equipment and sports play areas. Our Food & Nutrition Program is a well-balanced snack program that engages the children while promoting healthy eating habits. The mission of Baylake Academy is to engage and encourage every student to reach their full potential with individualized instruction and interactive activities to stimulate curiosity, exploration, discovery, creativity, and problem solving. We inspire independent thinkers, compassionate world citizens, and future leaders. Baylake Academy Core Values

• Bring your best
• Innovate and grow every day
• Communication is key
• Inclusion and diversity make us stronger
• Work together, Succeed together
• Share knowledge
• Be kind - we care deeply about each other, our children and parents, and the world around us
• Give back to one another and throughout the community Position Summary Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood Program assists in planning and implementing a learning experience that advances the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of children within a safe, healthy, and playful learning environment.

An Assistant Teacher encourages family involvement and supports the development of relationships between children and their families. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Certifications required All candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant Teacher must meet the following criteria in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by the state and/or local licensing authorities:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development or working towards the degree or 2 years of experience working with children in a licensed facility focused on the education of children
• Patience, passion, multi-tasking (organizational) skills, time management skills, and strong professional communication skills (both oral and written)
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work well with students with various learning needs
• Friendly and nurturing disposition
• Knowledge of basic childcare principles
• Must be able to work year-round (Monday - Friday during school operating hours)
• The following are a plus: o Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities o Working knowledge of the STEAM approach o Working knowledge of integrated learning approaches (e.

g., individualized, and differentiated learning) o Working knowledge of phenomenon and problem-based learning Duties and responsibilities

Curriculum Preparation and Execution:

• Utilize our Resource Library to research, plan, and develop age-appropriate activities for lesson plan in conjunction with the Lead Teacher
• Assist the Lead Teacher in incorporating required activities into lesson plans that support children's development
• Help Lead Teacher prepare activities that support lesson plans
• Implementing the Teacher's lesson plans and maintaining daily classroom schedules Interact with

Children:

• Utilize appropriate language, interactions, and positive discipline
• Model positive behavior
• Assist in instructing and supervising children in classroom assignment and activities or difficult concepts
• Execute age-appropriate activities that support the approved lesson plan
• Continuously monitor children to always ensure safety, and report child abuse and neglect when necessary
• Guide students through interactive lessons, using the lead teacher's approved teaching styles to reinforce essential information.
• Provide opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the developmental levels of the student.

Assess Children:

• Use a variety of instructional and assessment strategies, as directed to meet individual student needs
• Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child
• Administer screenings/evaluations with oversight Communicate with

Parents:

• Maintain communication with the lead teacher to help resolve issues or concerns that are raised by the parents

Additional Duties:

• Ensure classroom materials are available, in good repair, and used efficiently. This involves checking regularly to ensure that supplies are available and informing the Lead Teacher when supplies are needed
• Participate actively in staff required meetings, training sessions, and school visits by prospective parents as necessary
• Adhere to Employee Handbook and Baylake Academy's Standard Operating Procedures Baylake Academy offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on Education and Experience
• Exceptional Professional Development
• Supportive Team Environment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Virginia Beach, VA 23455: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person