Assistant Preschool Teacher

We are looking for a qualified Assistant Teacher to facilitate small children in growth and development. An Assistant Preschool Teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education. The Assistant is directed by the lead teacher in order to help the class' efficiently.

Responsibilities (This list may not include all duties that are assigned)

• Implement a creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children's progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills