Assistant Preschool Teacher

Gateway is looking for a full-time Assistant Preschool Teacher. The candidate selected for this opportunity will help create a classroom environment where children can THRIVE. This person will help children grow and develop by getting on THEIR LEVEL and helping them discover new things. The LOVING, nurturing care you provide, will make all the difference in the life of a child in need. This is not a J-O-B, this is work that MATTERS. Mission: The mission of Gateway Association, Inc. is to help young children of all abilities reach their highest potential through education and other support systems. Annual Salary: $28,080-$36,920 Pay rate is based on the level of education completed and the years of experience working in a licensed or accredited program. Benefits: Childcare tuition discount Paid personal and sick time Paid vacation time that increases with seniority Ten paid holidays each year Two paid professional development days per year Simple IRA: Gateway contributes 2% of your income regardless of your participation Gateway participates with the T.E.A.C.H. scholarship program to help staff members complete degrees in early childhood education Qualifications: Must be 18 years old or older Must have a high school diploma or GED Must have or maintain enrollment in a CDA (Child Development Associate), Associate, Bachelors, or Master's in Early Childhood, Child Development, Early Childhood Special Education degree or closely related field. Must maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid Must maintain current training in Universal Precautions Must pass a 5-phase drug screen Must pass a fingerprint background check through the FBI Must have a current TB test or chest x-ray with negative results Meet continuing education requirements set by state licensing, Paths to Quality, and NAEYC Accreditation Direct Supervisor: Lead Teacher Physical and Mental Demands: Ability to lift 60 pounds Ability to reach over head Ability to kneel at a child's level Ability to sit on the floor and interact with children Finger dexterity Ability to communicate orally, visually, and in writing Ability to read all necessary documents Computer literacy Basic mathematical abilities Basic organizational abilities Ability to present a pleasing image of the organization through interaction with the public Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional standards Ability to cope with stress Demonstrate appropriate professional reaction to other's behavior Responsibilities: Note: All responsibilities are of equal importance. Assist Lead Teacher with planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum which provides for the children's development of physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and language skills Assist Lead Teacher in establishing a warm, loving, safe, and secure classroom environment Provides for the health and safety of the client Interact with children in a positive manner Implement the Program's discipline policy to provide guidance Promote family involvement Maintain professional standards Maintain records in an orderly manner Assist with program management as needed Comply with all Program policies and procedures Comply with all policies of regulatory agencies Other duties as assigned We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please find all of the benefits we offer below: Childcare tuition discount Paid personal and sick time Paid vacation time that increases with seniority Ten paid holidays each year Two paid professional development days each year Gateway participates with the T.E.A.C.H. scholarship program to help staff members complete degrees in early childhood education Pajama day every payday