Assissant Teacher Job at First Presbyterian Weekday School, Winchester, VA

aFNmS3JRaXNXd2U2VG5WK3BUV3lKQkRsZ0E9PQ==
  • First Presbyterian Weekday School
  • Winchester, VA

Job Description


Summary

To assist the lead teacher in fostering the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children through structured learning activities and play-based experiences. To create a safe, stimulating environment where children can explore their interests, develop foundational skills, and prepare for kindergarten. 

Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assistant teachers implement the Church?s ministry to preschool children through quality and developmentally appropriate education in a Christian environment. Serving in support staff capacity, assistant teachers follow Christ in welcoming children and function as Christian advocates for preschool children.
? Will maintain strong ethical and moral principles that foster professional behaviors, respect, cooperation, and growth
? Will maintain National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and adhere to the standards and guidelines from the Virginia Department of Education
? Will maintain compliance with all Weekday School and First Presbyterian Church policies and procedures
? Will maintain commitment to developmentally appropriate education using Creative Curriculum and Conscious Discipline
? Will assume responsibility for the safety; and emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of each child
? Will assist the teachers in implementing classroom activities and interactions. Traditional face-to-face sessions are the norm; however, in times of extended school closure virtual sessions may be required; to include but not limited to emailing activities to families and virtual gatherings.
? Will assist the teachers in maintaining student records by sharing observations and interactions about the child with the teacher, while maintaining student and family confidentiality at all times
? Will adhere to policies of Safe Sanctuaries
? Will acquire a minimum of 16 hours of continuing professional education in the area of Early Education. 16 hours will be provided in-house or through on-line learning modules.
? Will perform related duties as assigned by Director of the Weekday School

Requirements

? Will hold (or seek to hold) a CDA (Child Development Associate) or Early Childhood Education training
? Minimum of 1 year experience working with children in a group setting
? Familiar with national guidelines for early childhood development, including the NAEYC accreditation guidelines and Christian development guidelines as well as state educational and national accreditation criteria guidelines
? Meet other requirements as specified by state educational and national accreditation criteria
? Commitment to the Christian faith and the Christian principles described in the philosophy of the school (Article III)
? Excellent verbal, written and electronic communication skills

Job Tags

Remote job, Weekday work,

Similar Jobs

Farm Job Search

Farm Manager Job at Farm Job Search

Farm Manager (6316) Location: Woodstock, Connecticut JobNumber: 6316 Farm manager for 300 acre beef farm. 100 animals. General farm work, feeding, watering, tractor experience a must. General knowledge of farm equipment repair

Hi-Peak Staffing Solutions

Roofing Sales Estimator Job at Hi-Peak Staffing Solutions

 ...Job Title: Roofing Sales Estimator Location: Gardena, CA Job Type: Full-Time | Base + Commissions Industry: Construction...  ...of business , and be skilled in estimating and selling both commercial and residential roofing projects . This is an excellent... 

Jolly Roofing and Contracting

Roof Repair Technician (commercial roofer) Job at Jolly Roofing and Contracting

 ...Job Description Job Description Jolly Roofing & Contracting Co ., Inc. is a nationwide leader in the commercial roofing industry. We specialize in the installation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of roofing systems. With a commitment to excellence and safety... 

Sedgwick

Field Casualty/General Liability, Property Damage Adjuster (Remote w/travel) Job at Sedgwick

 ...CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to WorkFortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceField Casualty/General Liability, Property Damage Adjuster (Remote w/travel)As an adjuster at Sedgwick, youll have the opportunity to take on new challenges and... 

Randstad USA

Bilingual Remote Healthcare Member Services Representative Job at Randstad USA

 ...seeking enthusiastic and dedicated professionals to join our team as Remote Bilingual Healthcare Member Services Representatives. This is...  ..., billing inquiries, processing payments, etc. Heavy data entry, updating patient profiles/demographics Track interactions and...