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Tuckaway-Ellwood House
Multipurpose Teacher
Richmond, VA
Full Time
Infant / Toddler (0–2)Mixed / All Ages
Center-based
CDA Preferred
Salary
$13 – $13.50/Hr
Job Type
Full Time
Role
Assistant Teacher
Setting
Center-based
Credential
CDA Preferred
About This Role
Are you an energetic, hardworking educator looking for a rewarding career in helping to shape the minds of children? Tuckaway Ellwood House Child Development Center is a locally owned childcare center who prides ourselves on being a home away from home. We are currently seeking an EXPERIENCED FULL TIME ASSISTANT TEACHER COMFORTABLE WORKING WITH ALL AGE GROUPS to help foster the learning of the whole child! The available shift for this position is 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with an hour lunch break.
Serious Inquiries Only!
What You'll Do
- Assist Lead Teachers in overall supervision and daily class functions of a class of children
- Assessment of each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis
- Implementation of lesson plans and daily classroom schedule through the use of Developmentally Appropriate Practice
- Provision of an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration and decision-making by the children
- Accepts responsibility for light housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds
- Maintains professional attitude and work behavior
- Assists in other capacities as determined by the Director
- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director
- Observes all rules and regulations of our program and the minimum standards set by the Virginia Department of Social Services pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
- Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
- Must be comfortable performing various tasks such as changing diapers, wiping noses, performing various cleaning tasks such as sweeping and mopping floors, wiping tables, taking out the trash, etc.
- At least 6 months previous teaching experience with a quality preschool, child care center, or public or private school system is preferred.
- Certifications or degree related to early childhood or preschool or elementary education is also desirable.
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Completion of Department of Social Services 10 hour Virginia Preservice Training and 3 hour Virginia Health and Safety Training for Child Care Staff (this is a free training.)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance- full time staff
- Employee Child Care Tuition Discount- full time staff
- Personal Time Off (PTO)- full time staff
- Holiday Pay after completion of training period- full time staff
- Flexible Schedules
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
A CDA is preferred for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Multipurpose Teacher role pays $13 to $13.50/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Tuckaway-Ellwood House located?
Tuckaway-Ellwood House is located at 3319 Ellwood Avenue, Richmond, VA
$13 – $13.50/Hr
Tuckaway-Ellwood House · Richmond, VA
Job type
Full Time
Role
Assistant Teacher
Age group
Infant / Toddler (0–2), Mixed / All Ages
Posted
4 days ago
Reference #
183,208