Description:
The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher supports the lead teacher in creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. This role focuses on helping children grow socially, emotionally, academically, and physically while fostering independence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lessons and classroom activities
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Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment
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Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and behavior guidance using positive strategies
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Support small group and individual learning activities
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Observe and document children’s growth and development as directed by the lead teachers
Assist with supervision during arrival, dismissal, and specials on a daily basis. -
Supervise lunch and recess daily
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Help prepare materials and learning centers as directed by the lead teachers
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Model respectful, caring, and developmentally appropriate interactions with children
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Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues and families as needed and as directed by the lead teacher
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Follow all school policies, licensing regulations, and safety procedures
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Support Judaic teachers when needed such as during whole group activities; Tefillah, Shabbat, Havdalah and special program rehearsals.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
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Experience working with young children (early childhood or elementary setting preferred)
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Understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team
Strong communication, flexibility, and organizational skills -
Patience, warmth, and enthusiasm for working with young children
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Demonstrates respect, professionalism, and effective communication when working with a team of teachers
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Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully as part of a teaching team
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move throughout the day
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Ability to go outside in 20-degree weather and above
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Ability to sit on the floor with students
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Ability to lift to 10 pounds as needed
