GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Early Learning Associate Teacher under the direction of the Early Learning Master Teacher, assists the Master Teacher with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the educational needs of preschool-aged children; provides instruction to individuals and small groups in the Early Learning Program and helps with the preparation of instructional materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize and implement the program for preschool-aged children in accordance with approved curriculum, applicable policies and philosophy of Think Together.
• Supervise children in all activities, in the classroom, on the playground, during snack time, and on field trips.
• Assist with planning, preparing and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs of preschool-aged children.
• Direct group activities with students as assigned.
• Maintain a positive, nurturing environment, which respects culture and diversity.
• Participate with children and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Observe and redirect student behavior according to approved procedures.
• Set up and cleanup work areas and eating areas.
• Operate audio-visual equipment.
• Assist children with washing as needed; assist children with toileting, changing those who have experienced toileting accidents; assist students in developing self-help skills.
• Assist with preparing instructional materials as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist students in developing language skills.
• Maintain a clean, safe, attractive and positive learning environment, which assists children in making a positive transition from home to preschool.
• Communicate materials needs to teacher.
• Maintain a caring, clean, safe, sanitary and orderly classroom environment.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Perform related tasks as required.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate Teacher Permit is preferred. (Think Together with help in attaining Associate Teacher Permit if needed for qualified candidate)
• Completion of 12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Prior experience working with preschool aged children is desirable.
• Must pass background check