Assistant Teacher
rivertree christianAkron (OH)
Assistant Teacher
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rivertree christianAkron (OH)
SENIORITY
Mid
About the role
Join Our Team:
Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Are you passionate about guiding young hearts and minds in a loving, faith-centered environment? We are looking for a dedicated and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team! In this role, you will work alongside lead educators to create a safe, engaging, and spiritually nurturing classroom where children can learn, grow, and explore. Why You'll Love Working With Us Supportive Culture: Collaborative, team-oriented environment rooted in faith, encouragement, and mutual respect. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, in-service training, and early childhood education development. Impactful Ministry: Direct opportunities to nurture children's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development every day.
What You'll Do:
- (Essential Responsibilities)
- Daily Classroom Engagement & Care Warm Welcome: Greet each child enthusiastically, creating a safe, welcoming, and orderly classroom environment that encourages exploration.
- Instructional Support: Assist in preparing and leading daily indoor/outdoor educational activities aligned with our curriculum.
- Child Well-Being: Supervise active play, toileting, bathroom routines, and family-style meal/snack times with a continuous focus on child health and safety.
- Individualized Attention: Review medical and developmental histories for each student to tailor care and support their unique learning needs. Teamwork & Administration Record Keeping: Help maintain accurate daily attendance, meal tracking, and ongoing developmental progress records.
- Positive Collaboration: Partner with lead teachers on classroom management, discipline, and building a supportive team atmosphere.
Documentation & Discretion: Protect confidential information and maintain written documentation whenever a child's progress or well-being requires special attention. Periodic & Community Involvement Participate in staff meetings, open houses, family events, and required state/agency in-service training.
What We're Looking For:
(Position Requirements) Communication & Relatability: Excellent oral and written English communication skills; able to speak respectfully and warmly with parents, staff, and children. Education & Credentials: Prefer Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field), plus active CPR & First-Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Experience:
At least 1-2 years working with toddlers in a licensed preschool or childcare setting.
Faith & Mindset: An active personal commitment to Jesus Christ, using biblical principles for daily living to nurture a loving, respectful, and engaging faith-based environment.
Adaptability & Teamwork: Flexibile team player open to sharing ideas, receiving feedback, and adapting activities to meet individual children's needs.
Child Development Mindset: Knowledgeable (or eager to grow) in early childhood practices, with the emotional control and maturity to handle dynamic classroom situations gracefully.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Physical Activity: Frequently lifting children (up to 40 lbs), bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, and sitting on the floor.
Safety & Responsiveness: Must be able to hear, observe, and move/sprint quickly in the event of an emergency.
Environment: Energetic and active classroom atmosphere with moderate to loud noise levels.
Compensation details: 13-15 Hourly WagePI59787bec17b6-2264
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