Assistant Toddler (10 months to 2 years old) Teacher

Benefits :

• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Goal : To plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning

Qualifications :

Must meet basic requirements of local child-care regulatory agency

Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred

Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

Toddler Teacher : 2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred

Early Pre-School Teacher : 2-year degree in early childhood or related field plus 2 years of work experience

Assistant Pre-School Pathways Teacher : 2-year degree in early childhood or related field experience for 3 years

Assistant Pre-School Teacher : 2-year degree in early childhood or related field experience for 3 years

Skill Sets :

Coachable

Competent and confident

High integrity

Good listening and follow-up skills

Able to work with others harmoniously

High coping capabilities

Solution and detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities :

Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.

Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Lee's Summit and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.

Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.

Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.

Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.

Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.

Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.

Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.

Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and / or school functions.

Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Lee's Summit's Employee Handbook

Assists in other capacities that Director or Owner determines is necessary.

Reports to : Director