Assistant Teacher; Preschool

The Phelps Community Center Early Learning Center, Inc. is a child care center providing comprehensive care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. We encourage learning through inquiry, using an emergent as well as thematic curriculum approach, based on the interests and passions of the children enrolled. We strongly believe that early childhood learning is the result of the child's own experienes...through actions, relationships, inquiries, opportunities and repetition.
The Phelps Community Center ELC,Inc. is looking for an Assistant Teacher in our Kindergarten Readiness Program (children ages 4-5) that reflects and supports our approach to learning. A qualified candidate must have, minimally, a High School Diploma and one year experience in a formal childcare setting specific to Preschoolers.
An Assistant Teacher will:
* Assist in preparation, documentation and implementation of lesson plans into the daily routines of the classroom.
* Maintain a safe, nurturing and organized environment for the children to grow and learn in.
* Assist in maintaining accurate classroom records required by the Phelps Community Center ELC, Inc., and the Office of Child and Family Service.
* Relay any parental questions and concerns for the children in the classroom to Co-Lead Teacher and/or Director/Assistant Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person