Position Summary

St Michael Poplar Springs Preschool in Mount Airy Maryland is looking for a highly qualifiedPreschool Assistant Teacherto work with our 3 and 4-year-olds in our preschool program. The qualified applicant will be an active part of the child's first school experience. Due to our continued growth, we have several positions open with schedules Monday through Friday part-time afternoons from 12:30 pm to 4 pm.

A preschool assistant teacher must have a great love for and patience with children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well asthe abilityto engage them and earn their trust and attention, all the while understanding where they are in their growth and development.

The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.

A more detailed job description is available to qualified applicants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a team to develop and implement a careful and creative academic program suitable for preschool children, including opportunities for learning in whole groups, small groups, one-on-one learning, etc. both inside and outside the classroom
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem. Assist with rest and meal times and continually supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Facilitate children's interactions and resolve difficulties through guidance using the school's model of positive discipline
• Foster a love of learning through a balance of academics, arts, gross motor play, fine motor development, spiritual development and more.

Job Requirements:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience as aPreschool Assistant Teacher
• Minimum: AA in Early Childhood Education or relevant field OR 90 hours Child Care Certification or CDA Credential
• Required trainings: Medication Administration, Basic Health and Safety, Including All Children and the ADA, COVID Training, Emergency Preparedness Training, Center Aide Orientation
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid

Physical Demands

Must meet the health and physical requirements outlined by the Maryland Department of Education Office of Child Care.

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