Chesapeake Mission Critical - A Fidelity Company · 2 months ago
Assistant Teacher
Easter Seals, Selma- Dallas County, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expChesapeake Mission Critical - A Fidelity Company is focused on enhancing community efforts through education. The Assistant Teacher will collaborate with the Teacher to ensure the effective operation of a classroom, implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and engaging with families to support children's development.
Data Center
Responsibilities
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children
Utilize the Head Start curriculum framework, Creative Curriculum and/or High Scope Curriculum and ensure alignment with Head Start Performance Standards
Incorporate culturally relevant materials and activities into the curriculum
Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for children
Establish and implement classroom rules and routines that support positive behavior
Conduct ongoing assessments of children's progress and development
Establish positive, supportive relationships with families
Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress and development
Provide resources and referrals to families as needed
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities and training
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings
Stay current with early childhood education best practices and Head Start requirements
Maintain accurate and timely records of children's progress, attendance, and other required documentation
Ensure compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards and local, state, and federal regulations
Assist with program self-assessment and continuous improvement effort
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start program
Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education principles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in using technology for educational and administrative purposes
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling
Ability to engage in activities that may require physical movement and interaction with children
Preferred
CDA (Child Development Associate) credential preferred
Experience working with diverse populations and low-income families
Company
Chesapeake Mission Critical - A Fidelity Company
Chesapeake Mission Critical offers data center end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including the development of state-of-the-art mission-critical facilities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase