Assistant Classroom Teacher - Lyndonville, United States - Northeast Kingdom Preschool and Childcare
Northeast Kingdom Preschool and Childcare
Lyndonville, United States
Verified Company
3 weeks ago
Description
Northeast Kingdom Preschool and Childcare is a non-profit parent run preschool and childcare center located on Church Street in Lyndonville. NEKPC recognizes the uniqueness of each child and the importance of learning through play in the lives of children. NEKPC staff members, working in partnership with families and the community, are committed to providing high-quality education and care within an environment that fosters successful growth and development for every child. Our mission is to provide safe, affordable, high-quality early childhood education and care, where learning begins with play, for families in Lyndonville and the surrounding communities. Our families are encouraged to be ambassadors of the program in support of this mission.
If you're energized by the idea of joining a team of people to live into our mission statement and create a dynamic educational program for young children, please apply
In this role you will be expected to
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Assist the lead teacher in day to day activities
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Demonstrate verbally and by role modeling a sound knowledge of child growth and development and by implementing developmentally appropriate teaching practices
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Plan and implement a curriculum with lead teacher that is in line with the philosophy and educational goals of the Center
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Complete daily, routine cleaning tasks
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Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with both families and children within your classroom
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Actively attend and participate in staff meetings; Center -wide meetings; Ongoing training including in-service days and other program related training; And individual and group meetings with children and parents.
Qualifications
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Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent at least 18 years of age
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Lead Teacher qualifications preferred, but not required. (At least 21 early childhood education college credits) or the completion of Fundamentals
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Experience and knowledge in child development and early childhood education services
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Ability to work effectively as a team member, maintain confidentiality, and be flexible
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Effective written and oral communication skills
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Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships with parents, children, and staff
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Commitment to be actively engaged in a continuing process of professional development
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First Aid and CPR Certification
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Sufficient transportation to meet job requirements.
***Pay: $ $16.00 per hour
Pay:
$ $18.00 per hour
Benefits
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- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education
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- High school or equivalent (required)
Experience
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- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
