Assistant Infant Teacher (Full Time) at HUMC Preschool

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummaryAre you interested in making a difference in the lives of young children? Huguenot UMC Preschool is looking for a patient and compassionate childcare teacher who has experience working with children ages 6 months to 3 years old. This teacher will help with implementing developmentally appropriate activities that encourage healthy physical, social, and emotional development for students.Our small class sizes and student/teacher ratios, along with supportive families and staff, create a warm, family-oriented school community that makes coming to work a joy.Huguenot UMC Preschool does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, veteran status or age in the administration of any of its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and other school-administered programs or in employment.DutiesResponsibilities include:Feeding and diapering children as neededFollowing schedules for each child set by parents and lead teachersInteracting with children through conversation, reading, singing and playingAssisting Lead Teacher with any tasks as neededRequirementsRequirements are training and/or experience working with infants and toddlers, patience, creativity, and a love of children. A background check is required. School hours are 8:00-5:30 and schedule is M/W 7:45-12:45 and T/TH/F 7:45-5:35.Nice To HavesAssociates Degree or CDA a plus.BenefitsBenefits Include: Annual Paid Time-off based on work schedulePaid training hoursConsistent weekly schedule and support for work/life balance - flexibility to have input in setting work schedule (25-30 hours per week to start)Workman's Comp InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramAnnual review/salary increase along with opportunity for 3 bonuses per yearMany unpaid vacation days because we follow the public school calendar