Georgia Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Summary

Are you ready to inspire and make a real impact on the lives of Georgia's young learners? We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and qualified Georgia Pre-K Assistant Teacher. As an Assistant Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating an enriching classroom environment and supporting the Lead Teacher in developing and implementing a dynamic curriculum. Your energy and dedication will help shape lesson plans that foster growth and development in our students. Excellent communication skills will be your key to building solid connections with children, parents, and colleagues. Don't let this chance to be a positive influence in the lives of Georgia's young learners pass you by! Take the first step and apply now!

Duties

• Knowledgeable of Georgia GELDS. Develop and implement lesson plans incorporating engaging activities that are developmentally appropriate for 4-year-olds and meet each child's needs.
• Collect documentation, work samples, and observations for WSO.
• Conduct Parent Teacher Conferences.
• Daily operations of the classroom and meeting all state guidelines and requirements.
• Supervise and assist the Lead Teacher and classroom volunteers to ensure they follow planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Participates in required training programs, conferences, courses, or other aspects of professional growth.
• Greet children and parents/guardians professionally and enthusiastically each day.
• Follows daily procedures and routines to maintain a happy, sanitary, safe, secure, and relaxed atmosphere in the classroom.

Requirements

An associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or higher is required. The ideal candidate should be dedicated to ongoing professional development and have at least 1-year of experience working in a childcare setting. They must also possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both written and oral). Additionally, they should understand Bright From the Start regulations, the Quality Rated system, Environmental Rating Scales, and the Georgia State Funded Pre-K system well. The candidate must pass a criminal background check and be certified by CPR/First Aid. They should be able to maintain physical activity with young children, including lifting at least 35 lbs. They should be comfortable sitting at the computer for 3 hours or more. A passion for working with children and a strong understanding of child development is a must.

Nice To Haves

CDA
TCC
Early Childhood Diploma

Benefits

Discounted Childcare

About Us

Antioch A.M.E. Childcare and Development Center is a Christ-centered childcare center. Our mission is to nurture children's spiritual—intellectual, emotional, and environmental aspects through a continuing curriculum of God-centered activities. With this mission in mind, our purpose is to prepare children to enter the academic world and to glorify God in thought, word, and deed. Our goals as a childcare center are to develop a strong positive relationship between staff and family; to treat each child as an individual, and to keep parents informed of all issues as it relates to their child.