Child Care Assistant Teacher
| Company | Stratton Mountain Resort |
|---|---|
| Location | Brattleboro, VT, USA |
| Salary | $20 – $20 |
| Type | Part-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- High School diploma, or equivalent, required
- 3 credit college course in Psychology, Sociology, or Early Education related field
- 1 year of working experience in a childcare center
- Must meet or exceed Vermont standards for Teaching Assistant position
- Must be 18 years of age, or older
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Must be able to lift 40 (forty) pounds, on a regular and repeating basis
- Must be able to perform during the day without scheduled breaks
- Must be able to handle high noise levels and stressful environments
Responsibilities
- Interact with, initiate and encourage children in all activities during the day, ensuring their safety at all times
- Follow curriculum as directed by the Teacher Associate; participate and encourage participation among children in classroom
- Maintain a cooperative and supportive attitude with other staff members
- Responsible for the basic care needs of the children in their classroom
- To be knowledgeable in the state child care regulations and follow the rules and regulations outlined
- Assist during mealtimes; with preparation, during the meal and the clean-up afterwards
- Successfully interact with families and communicate children’s individual needs
- Assist with daily tasks that maintain the tidiness of the facility
- Attend all staff meetings and training sessions
- Complete 24 hours of professional development
- Wear designated protective equipment and follow procedures as directed
- Participate, and assist in, coordination of emergency procedures
- Call the Department of Child and Family Services to report any suspected abuse or neglect, as outlined by DCF.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some experience working with children from newborn to six years old in a supervised environment is a plus.