Assistant Teacher for Pre-K Class at Kiddie… · Queens

Kiddie Academy has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, optimistic and inspiring person to join us as an Assistant Teacher. You’ll bring a creative touch, caring attitude and collaborative skills to our passionate team of child care professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day.

If you’re motivated by smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents, then we encourage you to click Apply now!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps, supervises and interacts with the children during all activities
• Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
• Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities
• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
• Assists children with mealtimes and clean-up encouraging independence
• Completes all necessary academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
• Works with the lead teacher to prepare and implement classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules
• Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly
• Keeps all items neat and organized
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Highly professional and dependable
• Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high

SCHEDULE

• Must be available to work from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on school days.
• Prefer available to work till 5:30pm/6pm two days a week.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $19-$21 per hour pending qualification
• Sick Time
• Health Care
• 401K