08/18/2022
Lead Teacher/Teacher’s Aide/Assistant teacher
Employment Type
Part-Time / Full-time
Job Category
Early Childhood Education
Location
Children of the World learning center / Chantilly, VA
Thank you for your interest in employment with Children of the World Preschool. Our mission is to offer exceptional teaching and a curriculum fully integrated with Islamic values. COTW is seeking experienced individuals who encourage children to learn through exploration and discovery, and promote the development of a positive self-image.
Candidates selected for hire will be placed in either the Lead Teacher position or the Associate Teacher position based on their teaching certification level.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Provide close supervision of all activities
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Assist teacher in creating and leading developmentally appropriate lessons and activities
• Work as a supportive team member
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment, by reporting and/or removing all potential hazards and by setting up spaces and materials with a focus on supporting child learning
• Prepare food for children and maintain a family-style setting for eating conducive to language, cognitive and social development, as well as the development of healthy habits.
• Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC and county guidelines.
Desired Skills & Experience:
• High School diploma; at least six college credits in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with young children in a group setting
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Current CPR / First Aid certifications preferred but not required
We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with a culture committed to serving all members of our community. We strive to be the provider of choice for parents seeking a child-centered, multicultural, and bilingual early learning environment for their children. We create a caring, positive, fun and creative environment where children may thrive and develop their confidence, social and academic skills.