Assistant Teacher

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Now Hiring: Up to $1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available*

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center

Department: Early Childhood Learning Center
Reports To: Early Childhood Director/Assistant Director
Status: Full-Time
Pay Range: $19.00–$22.00 per hour, based on education, credentials, relevant experience, and demonstrated qualifications

Position Summary

The Assistant Teacher works as an essential member of the classroom team to create a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children.

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher with curriculum, classroom routines, activities, supervision, and care of children. The Assistant Teacher is expected to actively engage with children, contribute to the classroom community, follow established classroom expectations, and work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher and other ECLC staff.

Education, Training & Experience

Candidates must meet applicable Alabama licensing and program requirements.

Qualifications may include:

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with relevant classroom experience; or
• CDA Credential with significant early childhood classroom experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with young children in a group classroom setting.
• Experience planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Experience communicating effectively with families and working collaboratively with classroom teams.
• Demonstrated interest in continuing education and professional growth.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Understanding of the basic developmental needs of young children.
• Ability to interact warmly, respectfully, and appropriately with children.
• Ability to actively supervise and engage children.
• Ability to follow classroom routines, schedules, and direction from the Lead Teacher.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a classroom team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability, patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and grow as an early childhood professional.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide children with a safe, loving, and nurturing environment.
• Actively supervise and engage with children throughout the day.
• Assist the Lead Teacher with implementation of curriculum and classroom activities.
• Participate in developmentally appropriate experiences including art, music, language, science, math, movement, and dramatic play.
• Support children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Follow classroom routines, schedules, and expectations established by the Lead Teacher.
• Use positive and developmentally appropriate behavior guidance.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, rest time, transitions, and other daily care routines as appropriate.
• Help maintain a classroom environment that is safe, clean, organized, and inviting.
• Assist with preparation of classroom materials and activities.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with children, families, and staff.
• Work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher and other classroom staff.
• Attend required staff meetings, training, professional development, and ECLC events.
• Follow all ECLC safety, supervision, health, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Assist with maintaining common areas of the ECLC.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher or Early Childhood Director.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children up to 50 pounds and sit, stand, bend, kneel, and actively participate in children's activities throughout the day.

Compensation Philosophy

Placement within the $19.00–$22.00 hourly range is determined by education, credentials, relevant early childhood experience, demonstrated classroom skills, and overall qualifications. Employees are encouraged to pursue additional education and credentials that support professional growth and advancement.

*SIGN-ON BONUS DETAILS

The $1,500 signing bonus will be paid in three installments:

·$300 upon successful completion of the 30-day review

·$450 upon successful completion of the 90-day review

·$750 upon successful completion of six months of employment

All payments are contingent upon
satisfactory performance and continued employment with the ECLC at the time of
each payment.

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person