Assistant Teachers/Kids Club teachers are responsible for supporting the safety, instruction, and well-being of students. They support classrooms and the afterschool program. Hours are 1:00-5:30 p.m.
The Growing Place School welcomes joyful early childhood educators to apply for an Assistant Teacher/Kids Club Teacher position. Established in 1963 as a ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, our community school has small classes and phenomenal parent involvement. Known for our award-winning environmental studies, SEL, and implementation of HighScope curriculum in the preschool, our teachers engage developmentally-appropriate, student-centered learning inside and outside the classrooms. We serve children ages one through 5th Grade. Our school is accredited by the Christian Preschool Association and the Florida Council of Independent Schools.
You are someone with an enthusiastic attitude, team spirit, and willingness to learn. You are a keen observer, active listener, and patient person with a compassionate heart. You are committed to promoting a positive classroom environment as you demonstrate strong classroom management skills in order to create and maintain a safe learning environment that ensures the well-being of all students. You enjoy communicating with children, teachers, and parents to ensure the highest quality educational experience for our students. Importantly, you are excited to work with our committed and energetic faculty to design a wonderful school experience.
This is a part-time position, M-F, Hours are 1:00-5:30 p.m. We can offer $17.50 per hour.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
- A high school degree is required
- CDA or completed course work in early childhood education
- Experience working with children ages 1-5 years old
- Understanding of the developmental needs of children ages 1-5 years old
- Flexibility, optimism, creativity, high expectations, and a growth mindset
- Proven positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and families
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven organizational skills
- Demonstrated child and growth mindset-centered approach to behavior management
- Commitment to Christian values and upholding them with students
- Ability to follow schedules/routines but understand that flexibility is needed to meet the needs of students/the program
- Interest in becoming part of a community of educators that values lifelong learning about the best practices in education
- Passion for the uniqueness of young children
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Willingness to engage outdoor learning, working outdoors is required.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Health insurance stipend
- Winter Break and Spring Break stipends
- 403(b)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Supplemental Insurance
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to apply. We are looking for
someone with a passion for what they do and a commitment to building and promoting our elementary school. We look forward to meeting and speaking with any qualified candidate. We encourage interested applicants to visit our website at thegrowingplace.school
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- working with young children: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Coral Gables, FL 33134 (Required)
Work Location: In person
