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Assistant Teacher

Works closely with the Lead Teacher to plan, implement and develop curriculum appropriate for a classroom while monitoring each child's development. Provides support to the teacher, assists in lesson preparation, sets up the classroom and materials, and provides supervision to children.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of early childhood development (birth to six years) curriculum development and implementation, positive discipline and early childhood learning strategies Ability to work independently and as a team member A comprehensive knowledge of indicators and effects of maltreatment, abuse and neglect on children, nutrition, health, safety and special needs Ability to be flexible in schedule of works hours and days to best meet the needs of the child care center Knowledge and competent use of the internet, email and Word office suite Ability to maintain confidentiality and share information on a "need to know" basis only Ability to work effectively with data and have analytical capabilities Ability to respond effectively to emergent situations Models a positive and respectful attitude at work Demonstrates initiative, personal balance and a sense of humor Ability to adapt and work effectively under pressure Listens actively and uses effective conflict resolution skills Excellent communications skills, written, verbal and non-verbal Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location Ability to represent the program positively within the community Ability to work with parents and their children in a warm, calming, respectful, encouraging and patient manner Willingness to seek and accept supervision and implement recommendations in a timely manner Sound judgment and common sense in decision- making

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES A current clearance from the Criminal History Registry Current First Aid and Pediatric CPR card required upon date of hire Food Handler's card required upon date of hire Annual Mandatory Reporter/Child Abuse and Neglect Training Required to maintain 24 hours of annual continuing education Step 7 on the ORO registry

EXPERIENCE Two years' experience in an early childhood program working with children and families Bilingual skills preferred