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Preschool Assistant Teacher

The Children's Institute at Jericho
locationJericho, VT 05465, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Education
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

We are currently looking for a motivated and compassionate individual to join our community as an Assistant Teacher in our 3-5 classroom.

This is a crucial role that will involve supporting both the Lead Teacher and the students. The Assistant Teacher will help create a safe and nurturing environment where every student feels heard, can thrive, and succeed in all areas of their development.


Duties

  • Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children
  • Collaborate with the lead teacher to support students’ needs in all areas - physical, emotional, social, and intellectual
  • Support the lead teacher in reinforcing classroom agreements and work expectations in a positive manner throughout all parts of the day
  • Responsible for documenting daily observations of students
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to school



Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience
  • Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or 12+ college hours
  • An understanding of child development
  • Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher to cultivate a supportive, responsive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all students
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening



Benefits

  • Paid Holidays, School Vacation Days, Wellness Days, and Birthday or 1/2 Birthday
  • Simple IRA Retirement Plan with 3% matching contributions
  • HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)
  • Paid Professional Development, training, and VTAEYC Conference
  • Montessori and Nature Based training provided
  • Summers off


Pay Scale for Assistant: $20.00 - $24.00/hr ($35,200yr - $42,240yr)
Starting Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30am - 3:30pm
Work Year: Late August to mid June
Type of employment: Full-time/Yearly

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