Assistant Teacher

Join our Community of Quality & Joy and feel the reward of making a positive impact for children and families each day. We have a wonderful opportunity for a new team member. We serve young children ages 6 weeks- 5 years, year-round, in a high quality early care and education program. Seeking an Assistant Childcare Teacher who will interact in a positive way with children, parents/guardians and staff. Ability to provide a warm, nurturing, safe, and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence is encouraged, and individuality is respected. Commitment to maintaining professionalism in daily interactions with children, parents and staff; commitment to working cooperatively with co-workers and administration; respect for diversity and inclusion.An Assistant Childcare Teacher MUST have the following experience and attributes:

• High School Diploma or HiSET/GED Certificate
• Ability to comply with and meet NH Childcare Licensing requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to react quickly and keep up with moving children
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust

Specific Responsibilities of an Assistant Childcare Teacher:

• Interact, initiate and encourage the children in daily activities
• Assist the children in controlling their behavior by consistently using positive, developmentally appropriate approaches
• Assist children in becoming independent
• Provide nurturing
• Promote the development of social skills; interact with children during mealtimes to promote social skills.
• Maintain effective communication with parents on a daily basis
• Assist the Lead Teacher in planning, preparing and implementing activities
• Offer the Lead Teacher suggestions and information regarding children
• Assist in developing a cooperative and supportive room environment
• Follow established personnel guidelines
• Attend required staff meetings
• Participate in staff development activities