Early Childhood Education Programs Assistant Teacher
Near IUPUI Campus!
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About Concord Neighborhood Center:
Our Mission
“To provide opportunities that advance the education, health, well-being and independence for near-Southside families.”
Our Vision
Concord Center Association, Inc. seeks to ensure that all southside neighbors can maintain their self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life. Concord helps people help themselves to a better way of life. Concord is recognized as the leading provider of needed social services to individuals and families on the near Southside. Quality services are provided in a cost-effective manner and in an environment of compassionate understanding. Concord is fiscally sound and utilizes strong financial management, aggressive funds development and sustainable cash reserves in fulfilling its mission.
Position Overview:
Early Childhood Education Program Assistant Teacher To care and assist with the educational and social needs of children ages 3-5 in a Nationally Accredited Childcare Center. Assistant is responsible for the well being of each child and following the curriculum schedule as planned by the teacher and in accordance with the State licensing requirements. Interact with parents respectfully and professionally. Appreciate the value of working as part of a team in the delivery of activities to appropriately development children ages 3-5.
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Education
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist Preschool Teacher in daily activities for children, ages three through five years, including learning shapes, colors, numbers, music, arts and crafts, etc.
• Assist in preparing the child socially and educationally for a successful transition into Kindergarten.
• Ensure an environment where the children will develop and experience positive interaction with others and their environment.
• Practice and provide guidance to children in proper health and hygiene.
• Interact positively with staff and parents/guardians.
• Participate in continuing education/training
Learning Outcomes:
• Communicator-evaluates information, listens actively, build relationships, conveys ideas effectively.
• Problem Solver-thinks critically, collaborates, analyzes, synthesizes, evaluates and perseveres.
Job Requirements:
• Interested in working with small children.
• Interested in developing personal leadership skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with children, parents, other external professionals, childcare staff and all agency personnel.
• Be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma.
• Prefer two years of work experience.
• Complete drug testing, criminal history check and obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Availability:
• 2pm-6pm Monday thru Friday, approximately 15-20 per week
Pay Rate: Range $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Develop a good working relationship with agency staff
• Freedom to learn and build early learning experience
• Opportunities for career mentorship and advancement