Assistant Teacher

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Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? Easterseals Bluegrass is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to join our team! In this role you will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage and supports social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. The Assistant Teacher will assist classroom teacher in designing and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum according to the guidelines established by Creative Beginnings Child Development Center.

The Assistant Teacher will nurture positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues. Also, the Assistant Teacher will ensure safety and supervision of children at all times by meeting physical demands of the position.

• Assist teacher in creating and maintaining an environment in which the students may grow physically, emotionally, socially and mentally.
• Become an expert on each student's needs, and knowledgeable of his/her family background and home environment.
• Assist the teacher in classroom duties, running copies, and cutting out materials for class as needed.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, stocked, and clean classroom.
• Keep Teacher informed and up-to-date on each student.
• Be aware and up-to-date on state compliance and organization license guidelines.
• Supervise students during activities, meals, and outdoor play.
• Foster positive collaboration and relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure the best care and education for each student.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

• High school Diploma or GED is required
• Childcare experience is a PLUS!
• CPR and First Aid Certifications are a PLUS!
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be 18 or older per State Requirements in Childcare

Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Easterseals is dedicated to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at HR.

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