Full-time Childcare Center Assistant Teacher in Atlanta, Georgia at Haygood Memorial United Methodist

Assistant Teacher Job Description

Haygood Child Development Center is a licensed year-round childcare center located in Midtown, Atlanta. The Full-Time Childcare Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role helps implement daily classroom activities, encourages children's social and emotional development, and ensures the health, safety, and well-being of every child.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, compassion, and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate educational activities.
• Supervise children during classroom learning, outdoor play, meals, and nap times.
• Foster a positive, caring, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Help children develop social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom.
• Follow all licensing regulations, health, and safety procedures.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, feeding, and other personal care needs as required.
• Observe and report children's progress, behavior, and any concerns to the Lead Teacher.
• Communicate professionally with parents, caregivers, and staff.
• Prepare classroom materials and learning centers.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Compensation: $17.50 -$19.50 per hour (based on educational experience)

Benefits

• Paid 1 Hour Lunch Break
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development opportunities

Work Schedule:

• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Monday through Frida
• Occasional staff meetings or training outside regular hours may be required( twice a year)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Education coursework preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children is preferred.
• Ability to pass required background check