Organizational Development Consultant jobs in Moline, IL

Job Title Assistant Teacher

Reports to Lead Teacher

Minimum Qualifications

At least 18 years of age; a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience in early childhood education or the 40 hour new hire licensing training. Preferred qualification: A CDA or equivalency credential with one year of experience.

Job Purpose Statement

Assist and support the classroom teacher in providing a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate program and environment where children have the opportunity to develop social-emotional, language, intellectual and physical skills. Respect and support the family unit in their efforts to raise their children to become well-rounded individuals.

Essential Duties or Tasks

- Supervise children at all times by sight and sound.

- Develop a warm and nurturing relationship with all children and parents.

- Observe children closely enough to be aware of any changes in behavior and health.

- Understand and use positive behavior techniques that help each child to develop the ability to be self-disciplined.

- Enforce all safety rules of the program according to the policy manual; understand and implement, as needed, emergency procedures for fire, storm, medical, first aid, CPR, etc.)

- Promote good hygiene through appropriate hand washing, diapering and sanitation techniques according to the policy manual.

- Operate the classroom in compliance with all child care licensing standards and those of our accrediting agency.

- Assist the classroom teacher in implementing the activities of the weekly lesson plan.

- Assist the classroom teacher in promoting language development through storytelling, music, conversation, book reading and pretend play.

- Assist the classroom teacher in organizing a classroom arrangement that is conducive to appropriate behavior and learning for the age of the group.

- Assist the classroom teacher in providing a calm, pleasant, interactive experience for the children during all meals.

- Assist the classroom teacher in providing regular, on-going, positive communication with parents on a regular basis, according to the expectations for the age-group. This includes, but is not limited to, daily or weekly written and verbal reports.

- Be available for parent-teacher conferences, as needed.

- Assist the classroom teacher in developing and maintaining accurate, detailed and neat records of accidents, illnesses, incidents, medication, attendance, observations, assessments, conferences or any other records requested by the program.

- Maintain a clean, safe, healthy and attractive classroom environment according to the standards set forth in the policy manual. Quickly wipes up spills to avoid accidents.

- Attend staff meetings, parent events and in-house trainings both during and after regular program hours as required for this position.

- Attend and complete all Licensing training requirements within the time frame set forth by the State.

- Attend additional workshops, training and continuing education classes as determined in the individualized training plan.

- Be familiar with and adhere to all policies set forth in the Parent Handbook, the Staff Handbook and the Policy Manual.

Other Duties and Tasks

- Contribute to the program’s general appearance and condition; notify the director of any facility problems.

- Notify the director when supplies are low or toys and materials are broken.

- Arrive at work on time; seldom is absent.

- Answer the telephone in a pleasant, professional manner.

- Participate in all program evaluations.

- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

- Safely lift small children up to 45 pounds.

- Bend, stoop and kneel to children’s level.

- Sit on the floor and small chairs.

- Stand for extended periods of time.

- Withstand periods of time in the sun and heat outside.

- Communicate clearly and intelligibly both orally and in writing with children, families and staff.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.25 - $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Patient demographics:

• Children
• Infants

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person