Assistant Teacher

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Job Title: Assistant Teacher 3

Department: Human Resources | Child Care Program

The Assistant Teacher assists in supervising and integrating all daily and long‑term planning for the classroom in collaboration with the support team and other classroom team members. Our assistant teachers ensure that the social, emotional, physical, and educational needs of the children are met based on the center's philosophy, curriculum, policies, and state licensing rules. They consistently implement, evaluate, and communicate classroom programming, routines, and procedures.

Additionally, they are required to manage the classroom by completing the necessary paperwork, training, evaluating staff, and problem‑solving with the team and parents. Our assistant teachers implement health, safety, and security processes and procedures, including CACFP meal counting. Furthermore, they participate in professional development and center‑wide and university teams, as well as individually planned activities.

The Child Care Program is licensed by the State of Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This prestigious recognition has been achieved by less than 10% of early childhood programs nationwide. The NAEYC accreditation is a rigorous, voluntary process by which early childhood programs demonstrate that they meet national standards of excellence.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• Two to four years of relevant experience is preferred.

The Child Care Program at Ackerman Rd is offering a new hire bonus of $1000 ($500 after 6 months and another $500 after one year of continued employment).

Salary Range: $16.65 - $21.77*

Function: Education

Sub‑function: Early Childhood Education

Career Band: Individual Contributor
- Technical

Career Level: T3

Location: Child Care Center (0385)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled

Hours:

40

Shift: First Shift

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