Baylake Academy

Virginia Beach, VA

Job Details

Salary: $14 - $16 an hour

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm

Number of Hires: minimum of 1 position

Projected Start date: Immediate

Reports to: Lead Teacher and/or Directors

Baylake Academy is a private preschool for students 6 weeks to kindergarten located in the Chesapeake Bay area of Virginia Beach. Baylake Academy provides a leading educational environment with an interactive curriculum promoting independent thinkers. Along with nine playful modern classrooms, Baylake Academy hosts a library for mind exploration, state of the art computer room, and a science room where our children can experiment and experience discovery.

Our multi-use gymnasium offers a massive space equipped with a stage to host school events in addition to the physical fitness program designed by our personal trainer. Our outside activities take place in designated age-group specific areas along with playground equipment and sports play areas.

Our Food & Nutrition Program is a well-balanced snack program that engages the children while promoting healthy eating habits.

The mission of Baylake Academy is to engage and encourage every student to reach their full potential with individualized instruction and interactive activities to stimulate curiosity, exploration, discovery, creativity, and problem solving. We inspire independent thinkers, compassionate world citizens, and future leaders.

Baylake Academy Core Values

Bring your best

Innovate and grow every day

Communication is key

Inclusion and diversity make us stronger

Work together, Succeed together

Share knowledge

Be kind - we care deeply about each other, our children and parents, and the world around us

Give back to one another and throughout the community

Position Summary

Assistant Teacher for Early Childhood Program assists Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a learning experience that advances the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of children within a safe, healthy, and playful learning environment. Assistant Teachers will also assist with the Extended Day program as necessary. An Assistant Teacher encourages family involvement and supports the development of relationships between children and their families.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Certifications required

All candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant Teacher must meet the following criteria in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by the state and/or local licensing authorities:

A Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development or working towards the degree or 2 years of experience working with children in a licensed facility focused on the education of children

Patience, passion, multi-tasking (organizational) skills, time management skills, and strong professional communication skills (both oral and written)

Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Ability to work well with students with various learning needs

Friendly and nurturing disposition

Knowledge of basic childcare principles

Must be able to work year-round (Monday - Friday during school operating hours)

The following are a plus:

o Bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities

o Working knowledge of the STEAM approach

o Working knowledge of integrated learning approaches (e.g., individualized, and differentiated learning)

o Working knowledge of phenomenon and problem-based learning

Duties and responsibilities

Curriculum Preparation and Execution:

Utilize our Resource Library to research, plan, and develop age-appropriate activities for lesson plan in conjunction with the Lead Teacher

Assist the Lead Teacher in incorporating required activities into lesson plans that support children's development

Help Lead Teacher prepare activities that support lesson plans

Implementing the Teacher's lesson plans and maintaining daily classroom schedules

Interact with Children:

Utilize appropriate language, interactions, and positive discipline

Model positive behavior

Assist in instructing and supervising children in classroom assignment and activities or difficult concepts

Execute age-appropriate activities that support the approved lesson plan

Continuously monitor children to always ensure safety, and report child abuse and neglect when necessary

Guide students through interactive lessons, using the lead teacher's approved teaching styles to reinforce essential information.

Provide opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the developmental levels of the student.

Assess Children:

Use a variety of instructional and assessment strategies, as directed by the Teacher, to meet individual student needs

Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child

Administer screenings/evaluations with Lead Teacher oversight

Communicate with Parents:

Maintain communication with the lead teacher to help resolve issues or concerns that are raised by the parents

Additional Duties:

Ensure classroom materials are available, in good repair, and used efficiently. This involves checking regularly to ensure that supplies are available and informing the Lead Teacher when supplies are needed

Participate actively in staff required meetings, training sessions, and school visits by prospective parents as necessary

Adhere to Employee Handbook and Baylake Academy's Standard Operating Procedures

Baylake Academy offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and certifications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on Education and Experience

Exceptional Professional Development

Supportive Team Environment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location: In person