ASSISTANT TEACHER
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Summary/Objective
The Assistant Teacher works together as a team with the Lead Teacher to ensure the health and safety of children with and without special needs. The Assistant Teacher helps in the implementation of learning activities that enhance children’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional and language development.
General Duties
- Maintains compliance with TX Childcare Licensing, Texas Rising Star Standards, and PDNCDC Policies and Procedures.
- Ensure children’s needs are met (including, but not limited to physical needs, emotional needs, etc.)
- Maintain a safe and engaging learning environment, both indoors and outdoors.
- Complete all daily forms & paperwork such as: Daily attendance, health checks, daily reports, medication logs, incident & behavioral reports
- Assisting Lead Teacher in the execution of monthly lesson plans ensuring program curriculum is being implemented
- Maintain confidentiality of children and family information
- Maintain communication with therapists, co-workers, supervisors and parents regarding child’s needs and progress
- Report suspected child abuse and neglect as required by law
Competencies
- Critical Evaluation & Problem solving abilities
- Positive communication and child motivational skills
- Classroom management skills
- Ethical Practice
- Cultural Awareness
- Relationship Management
Supervisory Responsibility
N/A