Early Learning Center - Assistant Teacher

Early Learning Center - Assistant Teacher

Beginning March 2025

Description:

The Early Learning Center at Fay School (ELC) seeks a dynamic and flexible early childhood educator to engage children ages two years nine months through five years in developmentally appropriate lessons and activities in this high-quality program. Assistant Teachers work closely with Lead Teachers, Teacher’s Aides, and the Associate Director of the Early Learning Center to provide and maintain a nurturing, consistent environment that meets the children’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs. This is a temporary position from March through June 2025, covering maternity leave.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have at least three years of classroom experience in an early childhood program. An Associate’s degree in child development, psychology and/or early childhood education is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication skills and enjoy working in a shared and cooperative environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the mission, philosophy, and core values of the ELC
• Planning and implementing educational activities and experiences under the guidance of the Lead Teacher
• Preparing and maintaining the classroom environment to support inquiry and discovery
• Conducting child observations and developmental assessments
• Preparing lesson plans, reports, and portfolios under the guidance of the Lead Teacher
• Conducting conferences with parents under the guidance of the Associate Director of the Early Learning Center and Lead Teacher
• Developing strong partnerships with families
• Assuring a safe and secure classroom environment
• Engaging in ongoing professional development through attendance at conferences and participation in early childhood courses

At Fay, faculty and staff engage in and support school-wide equity and inclusion efforts. Fay seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the diversity of our school community.

Fay School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, military service, or any other category protected under applicable law, in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.