Job Description

Summary

The Assistant Primary Teacher is responsible for supporting the Lead Primary Teacher, carrying out lesson plans, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Assistant Primary Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children and resolve parental concerns.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement Montessori-inspired curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Support age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through in-person conversations and via the Playground app
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. 
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment. 
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear a full background check and must pass health screening. 

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field
• Montessori experience and/or Montessori credentials in primary age 

About Us

The Vine Early Learning, Inc. utilizes Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy and curriculum to educate children ages 6-weeks to 6-years of age. Located in northeast Indiana, "The Vine" provides a loving and supportive, well-prepared environment to excel your child's academic achievement, enhance their developmental milestone growth, and introduce the knowledge of God. As an outreach of SonLight Community Church, The Vine currently operates as a registered ministry under state regulations and guidelines.

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