Overview
Job Type Temporary Description
FLSA Classification : Nonexempt
Reports to : Preschool Director
Summary / objective
acac Preschool Assistant Teachers are responsible for organizing and leading activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts etc. They will assist lead teachers in preparing materials and classrooms. They will conduct class activities in a safe, organized, and productive manner. Preschool Teachers will adhere to acac policies and procedures associated with this position, as well as follow Virginia Department of Social Services licensing standards at all times.
Responsibilities
- Provides support to the lead teacher in classroom instruction and management
- Supervise and interact with children during classroom time and outdoor play
- Responsible for students when the lead teacher is out of the classroom
- Arrive to work in a timely manner with enough time to prepare for your class
- Greet students and parents as they arrive and leave the program
- Remain competent and prepared to activate acac ’s Emergency Action Plan
- Ensure assigned classroom is properly cleared and cleaned up at the end of the program per VDSS standards
- Collaborate with other preschool teachers in an effort to ensure consistent execution of acac and Preschool policies and procedures
- Work with the entire acac Adventure Central Team to efficiently maintain the highest standard of cleanliness throughout the facility while providing outstanding customer service to children and parents
- If not already certified, attend CPR / AED training provided by acac ; maintain current certification for the duration of your employment
Qualifications
- Physical demands: Must be able to stand, move, walk, and bend for the duration of a shift
- Must be able to participate in indoor and outdoor activities
- Must be able to frequently lift, move, or hold children
- Must be able to work professionally and calmly in an environment which may have heightened noise and stress
- High School Diploma required, Associates degree highly desired
- Prior experience working with children in a preschool or summer camp highly desired
- Knowledge of state licensing standards highly desired
- Must be at least 16 years old
Company Expectations
- Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
- Park in team member-designated areas
- Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean
- Assist with Service Days
- Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
- Promptly return messages
- Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
- Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times
Affirmative Action / EEO statement
acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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