Pre-school Assistant Teacher

Provides support and help in the classroom/outdoors as directed by the Lead Teacher or Co-teacher who is designated by the Director of Preschool

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Lead or Co-teacher on a daily basis with classroom responsibilities
• Completes assigned responsibilities in a timely manner
• Attend monthly all staff meetings
• Attend weekly classroom staff meetings
• Reports to Lead or Co-Teacher any concerns or challenges related to designated class
• Reports to Director of Preschool any questions or concerns.
• Attend professional development workshops

QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Must possess a maturity to have professional, respectful demeanor with parents, children and staff
• Must act with discretion and have a keen understanding of confidentiality.
• Must be comfortable in the outdoor environment.
• Must believe we are stewards of the earth and practice sustainability
• Comfortable with animals and willingness to learn how to handle certain animals to enhance curriculum
• Knowledge of the natural world and correct information about curriculum taught to children and families
• Must be certified in First Aid, Medication Training and CPR
• Must be fingerprinted and have an Office of Early Childhood Background check every five years.

CONTACT & RELATIONSHIPS:

• Refer parent’s specific questions about their child to the Lead Teacher or Co-teacher
• Be aware of current happenings at the museum
• Support other staff members
• Address issues with other staff members with them directly or go to the Director of Preschool

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must meet State of CT requirements to be an Assistant Teacher as defined by the state
• Preschool experience a plus
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must be a “team player”
• Strong desire to use the outdoor environment on a regular basis to support curriculum.
• Love and respect for the natural world
• Comfortable using live animals in the classroom and outdoors.
• Bi-lingual a plus

How to apply:

Send inquiries to Lisa Combs at LCombs@stamfordmuseum.org