Marietta (East Cobb) Careers

Overview: A Toddler Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for helping to establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, an assistant teacher is responsible for working with a lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty. Qualifications: An assistant teacher must meet the qualifications of his or her state and the following qualifications: The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy; The ability to interact closely with children at their level; The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times; The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary); The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents; The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare. An offer of employment may be made contingent on the following: An approved criminal record check as required by state regulations. Responsibilities: The assistant teacher’s responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher in implementing the lead teacher’s responsibilities. The lead teacher’s responsibilities include the following: Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment · Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom · Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom · Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair · Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedures · Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times · Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements · Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately · Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present · Post a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunities · Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence · Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child · Create a multi-cultural learning environment · Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children.