About the Position
Nourish Early Learning is looking for a calm, heart-forward, loving assistant to spend their days with our youngest infants. Nourish is a child-centered, play-based environment and an infant assistant educator would support the lead educator to balance the flow of the day. Infants are unique in their learning capabilities, fusing together fine and gross motor skills, sensory learning as well as building the foundation for communication. If you want to be a part of this pivotal time, apply today!
A wonderful fit for this position would:
- have a deep love of children, the way their minds work and the magic they create
- connect with young children quickly through a wide range of methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing, etc)
- be courageous in silliness, sustain high energy levels, and have some dance moves
- recognize children's intuitive need for individualization, and meet this need with connection on their level
- be attuned to your surroundings and can recognize the most important need of your lead teacher in the moment, both methodical and creative
- rather ask than assume, and you understand that open and honest communication can move a class forward
- want to support a lead teacher by reading and assisting in the execution of lesson plans
- be looking to learn about child development, assisting with ideas towards the vision of the classroom and the individual needs of each child
- calmly approach children who may be using unsafe behavior by speaking to them on their level and using age-appropriate, respectful language and tone
- love to be empowered to come into work better the next day, knowing you use your best judgment to make decisions without constantly seeking permission
- want to connect with parents in the community and want to encourage their involvement in the classroom
- be proactive and willing to be coached
- see a 2-5 minute job and think “yes, that is something I can and will complete!” (includes, but not limited to: taking out the trash, wiping down tables, filling water cups, changing toilet paper, sweeping the floor)
- want to be a part of loving community of co-workers who support each other’s growth and mutually respect each other’s well-beings
- love the question “how can I help you today?”
- be patient, flexible and kind
Responsibilities
Assistants Educators are responsible for (but not limited to):
- Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and meets the state standards and the stated philosophy of Nourish Early Learning
- Assist the teacher in planning and implementing appropriate field trips
- Responsibly supervise behavior and safety of the school’s children during school hours maintaining ratios and ensuring no child is left unattended
- Providing basic physical, emotional and spiritual care and caregiving activities
- Adhering with teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the official sources-i.e. ODJFS
- Maintaining a safe and clean environment for children to thrive
Requirements
The requirements for this position include:
- Proven experience as a child care / preschool teacher, a plus
- Knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Certificate in first aid and CPR
- Studies in early childhood education, a plus
- FBI & BCII background checks complete
About Nourish
Nourish Early Learning is an Early Childhood Learning center that encourages the healthy intellectual and psychological growth of children. We are dedicated to nourishing the brain, body, and spirit to ensure all young children thrive, learn, and reach their full potential. By adhering to the Nourish philosophy, you will have the opportunity to make a strong impact on the cognitive and emotional development of our children.