Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Full Day PreK Program

The Nurtury
Medina, OH

Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the assistant teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Assistant teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties

  • Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Develop caring, supportive relationships with children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and daily reports.
  • Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

  • High energy and joyful demeanor
  • Strong desire to nurture children's growth and development
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Interest in and understanding of child development.
  • Sense of initiative, strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Must meet mandatory state licensing requirements including background check and health screening

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in quality-rated (SUTQ) early care and education programs
  • Training and/or coursework in early childhood education
  • First Aid/CPR Certification

Benefits

  • Vacation/medical/personal leave
  • Child Care for children 18mos - 5th grade (based on availability)
  • Support for your growth as an early care and education professional eg mentoring, scholarship programs, opportunity for growth/advancement
  • Paid professional development and training
  • CDA/TEACH Scholarship support
Posted 2025-12-12

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