Assistant Preschool Teacher Job at Science Akademeia, The Atlanta Preschool of Science, Alpharetta, GA

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  • Science Akademeia, The Atlanta Preschool of Science
  • Alpharetta, GA

Job Description


Summary

We are seeking a Assistant Preschool Teachers to join our school! We are looking for someone who has a passion for teaching children, and a creative, "thinking-outside-the-box" mindset. This individual will be trained on how to teach STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts & Math) to preschoolers using The Seeds of STEM curriculum and our unique Science curriculum. Training will also include using the Engineering Design Process in teaching preschoolers. Also, this individual will be willing to embrace the core values of our school: INTEGRITY, EMPATHY, COMPASSION, HONESTY, DEPENDABILITY, RELIABILITY, EFFICIENCY, COMMITMENT , and an unending CURIOSITY!

Duties

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instruct preschool-aged children using the engineering design process in activities designed to promote scientific thinking using the Seeds of STEM curriculum.

Create a fun and safe learning environment

Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime

Potty training support

Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents

Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress

Maintain the health and safety of all students

Follow the rules and regulations of the school

Reliable and responsible for all assigned duties

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (minimum, Bachelor required for Lead). Dedicated to on-going professional development.

CDA Credentials, Georgia Approved Trainer preferred. Please submit a copy of your training approval letter.

Experience working in a childcare setting.

Strong organization skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills (written and oral).

Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Knowledge of Bright From the Start regulations, Quality Rated system, Environmental Rating Scales, and Georgia State-Funded Pre-K system.

Knowledge of National Accreditation standards and assessment tools including the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA), Council on Accreditation (COA), and the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC).

Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields

Academic qualifications: bachelor's degree in early childhood education/training or related field and or bachelor's degree (minimum). (Lead teacher)

Associates degree/ CDA (assistant)

Meet all Georgia Department of Early Learning training certifications and qualifications for preschool teachers

Must be able to pass a federal background check

Passionate about working with children

Ability to build rapport with children and their families

Positive and patient demeanor

Understand STEAM concepts (or be eager to learn)

Understand The Engineering Design Process (or be eager to learn)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Ability to work as a team and be a productive team member

Ability to work respectfully with others

Self-directed with the ability to work independently.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Consistently standing for 2 hours or more.

Bending, frequent use of hands, stooping, and moderate lifting (at least 25 pounds) required.

The noise level in the work environment may be high at times.

Physical demands of working with preschoolers

Nice To Haves

“NICE TO HAVE”

"out-of-the-box" thinker

creative

kind

pleasant to be around

A life-long learner

Always open to other ideas

Valid driver's license and personal transportation required.

Benefits

Paid time off

matching 401k

health insurance

Job Tags

Part time

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