Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Objective : To assist the teacher in providing a warm and nurturing environment in which children can grow physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

Key Responsibilities:

· Supervise and observe children at ALL times

· Initiate, interact, and encourage children in activities throughout the day

· Respect and maintain confidentiality with children, parents, and staff in regards to center concerns

· Attend all staff meetings and trainings

· Complete 30 hours of training every license period (15 hours in first 6 months of employment)

· Report directly to the Lead Teacher, Director, or Administrator

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment for the children

· Arrive on time to every shift prepared for the scheduled activities. Keep call-offs/request-offs to a minimum.

· Adhere to any additional responsibilities as requested by management

Physical Demands:

· Monitor children’s activities both indoors and outdoors

· Stand for an extended period of time (up to 45 minutes)

· Walk with balance on flat surfaces as well as graded areas

· Sit on the floor, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

· Lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds regularly

· Dress children, change diapers, and assist with toileting

· Perform daily cleaning duties including, but not limited to:

o Vacuuming

o Sweeping

o Mopping

o Sanitizing toys and equipment

Work Environment:

· Must be prepared daily to engage in activities indoors and outdoors (weather permitting)

· Tolerate various levels of noise as the classroom noise levels vary throughout the day

· Tolerate various scents relative to a childcare setting

Language Skills:

· Able to speak, read, and write basic English that is intelligible

· Read and understand New York State Office of Children & Family Services Regulations for Childcare

· Read and understand safety rules, policies, and procedures of Amherst Baby and Childcare Center, Inc.

· Professionally communicate with parents and staff both verbally and in written form

· Speak to children in a clear and intelligible voice

· Read and sing songs to children

· Keep written records for children including daily observations and information regarding activities, meals, and rest periods

Qualifications:

· At least 18 years of age with minimally a high school diploma or equivalent

· Available during business hours Monday through Friday

· Fingerprinted per NYS guidelines

· Experience caring for children

· Obtain a pre-employment physical exam per NYS guidelines

Amherst Baby and Childcare Center, Inc. is a licensed daycare center in Amherst, New York. We accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our program was developed through the Montessori education method.

Company Description

Amherst Baby and Childcare Center, Inc. is a licensed daycare center in Amherst, New York. We accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our program was developed through the Montessori education method.