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. The hours for this position is Monday through Friday 3:30-5:30.

Duties

Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children. Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress 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. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. A strong understanding of child development. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background check. Must pass health screening.

Benefits

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About Us

The Boys Girls Club of Meriden upholds our mission of enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens, by providing services to a diverse community. Our four core programs include Afterschool Programming, Summer Camps, Youth Recreation, and The Learning Center Preschool.

The preschool program at the Boys Girls Club of Meriden provides care for children ages 3–5 years old and promotes positive relationships among all children and adults. Our curriculum is consistent with its goals for children and promotes development and learning in the following areas: social, physical, emotional, cognitive and language. The program uses culturally, developmentally, and linguistically appropriate effective teaching approaches. Systematic, informal and formal assessments provide feedback on each child’s learning and development. We employ and support a teaching staff with the educational qualifications, professional commitment and knowledge necessary to promote children’s learning and development. We establish and maintain collaborative relationships with each child’s family to foster their development in all settings. The program has a healthful and safe environment that provides appropriate and well-maintained outdoor and indoor physical activities.