LeafSpring is a nationally-accredited early education program that has been providing high-quality care for nearly 30 years. LeafSpring School provides exceptional early childhood education to children as young as six weeks, continuing through private kindergarten, in addition to offering a dynamic afterschool program and summer camp.

We are currently seeking positive, motivated, and dependable individuals to join our faculty. By working at LeafSpring School, you will be part of a dedicated community of educators with a focused mission of partnership with parents, teachers, and our school nurse. Our faculty enjoy working in a strong team environment and are always searching for new and innovative ways to meet the needs of those in our care.

The primary duty of the Assistant Teacher is teaching students according to the established educational curriculum of LeafSpring School. They assist with the oversight and implementation of curriculum, as well as the management and general supervision of an assigned group of four to ten children, between the ages of birth and five. The Assistant Teacher has the flexibility to float where needed, often covering teacher absences, helping with lunch breaks etc.

If you are a teacher looking to join a passionate group of team players who are eager to learn and grow alongside the children, then this is the place for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assists Lead Teachers in the implementation and supervision of the daily classroom program in accordance with the philosophy of LeafSpring School.
• Assists in evaluating the quality of classroom performance and provides guidance as needed.
• Designs the classroom curriculum to meet the needs of each child's interests, challenges, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, attractive and clean learning environment.
• Maintains ongoing developmental evaluation of children.
• Demonstrates 100% accountability of all children at all times and follows all accountability systems..
• Writes complete and individualized daily notes for children in primary care group, and oversees the writing of appropriate daily notes for all children in the class.
• Plans, implements and achieves classroom curriculum objectives.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory, accreditation and LeafSpring School brand policies.
• Shows ownership of maintaining campus appearance, e.g. keeping shared areas and playground clean and clutter free, picking up trash (inside and outside), etc.
• Promotes and supports school events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must possess a love for children and an ability to relate well with them, their families, and teachers.
• Must have technology competency as it relates to the responsibilities of the position.
• Must be English proficient and have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic - must be a team player!

Required Education and Certification

• Must be 18 years of age. For certain positions, must have a clean driving record, be over the age of 21 and have held a valid driver's license for at least 5 years. Subject to check of driving record.
• At least one (1) year of experience, preferably in a NAEYC or Cognia accredited program.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Must have one of the following:
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or other child related field.
• Current CDA certificate in Early Childhood Education and 6 months programmatic experience.
• 6 credit hours of Early Childhood Education courses and 6 months programmatic experience.
• High school diploma and 1 year of programmatic experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, kneel, sit, walk, run short distances, stand, reach above head, and move up and down from floor to lift children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of up to 50 lbs.
• Must have color/depth perception and fine hand & finger movements.
• Necessary abilities for this position are: Seeing, Hearing, Talking, Reading, and Writing.
• Must have the ability to positively interact with co-workers, parents, children, vendors, and other visitors.
• Working conditions may include exposure to loud noises, odors, fumes from paint, art materials or other sources, temperature variations from either working inside or outside.

LeafSpring is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to workforce diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.51 - $15.89 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cornelius, NC 28031: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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