Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher

Overview
Assistant Infant/Toddler teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, an Assistant Teacher is responsible to work together with a Lead Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.
General Qualifications
An Assistant teacher must meet the qualifications of California state and the following qualifications:

• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.
• The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times.
• The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
• The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
• The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
• The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies.
• The ability to interact closely with children at their level.

Educational Qualifications
All candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant teacher must meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• An associate degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• 12 ECE units including the core classes to qualify for a teacher position or 9 ECE units including the core classes and being enrolled in a three-unit ECE course to qualify to a teacher/assistant teacher position.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in a CDA Credentialing Program.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development.
• An associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.
• Infant Teacher should have 3 infant units and 12 ECE units.

Teacher Responsibilities
Assistant teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment

• Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements.
• Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately.
• Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair.
• Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedure(s).
• Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times.
• Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present.
• Post a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunities.

Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence

• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocks.
• Create a multi-cultural learning environment.
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning.
• Encourage children to talk with each other and with the faculty.
• Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child.
• Present age- and developmentally-appropriate expectations for all children.
• Provide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities.
• Integrate GSI-approved resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plans.
• Interact with the children to support play, exploration and learning.
• Create a print-rich environment for children to learn about books, literature and writing.
• Provide opportunities for both active and quiet play.

Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance

• Plan and implement activities to develop children’s self-esteem and social skills.
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity.
• Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling.
• Plan and implement activities to enable children’s feeling of security.
• Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy.

Establish positive and effective family relations

• Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty.
• Provide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a part of their children’s learning experiences.
• Encourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiences.
• Prepare a Daily Activity Report for each child.
• Maintain the classroom Parent Board.
• Maintain a portfolio for each child.

Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs

• Build teamwork.
• Assess supplies and materials needed to implement activities.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Perform child observations and document in their portfolios.
• Manage classrooms according to GSI QA Standards.
• Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress).

Maintain professional commitment

• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities.
• Pursue professional development/continuing education.
• Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives.
• Support a code of ethical conduct.

To be considered for the open position you must have:

• Complete California state required health clearance.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• ACTIVE and CLEAR DOJ LIVESCAN REQUIRED.
• Minimum of 6 months working experience in a large center environment.
• Must submit accurate shot record including MMR, T-dap and Influenza.
• An approved criminal record check as required by state regulations.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Mandated Reporter Certification.
• A current physical examination by a Physician, including a current tuberculin test.

Benefits after Probation period

• Paid time off
• Sick Time off
• Dental insurance
• No weekends
• Monday to Friday - 8 hour shift
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.