Associate teacher

Job summary

The Associate Teacher is responsible for supporting the implementation of the curriculum under the direction of the Lead Teacher and for managing classroom operations during the Lead Teacher's short-term absences.

In the extended absence of the Lead Teacher, the Associate Teacher assumes responsibility for planning, coordinating, and implementing the daily educational program and classroom activities to ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all students.

The Associate Teacher also supports student recruitment initiatives, participates in Hopkins House's public policy and advocacy efforts, and serves as a mentor to Teacher Apprentices, helping to develop the next generation of early childhood educators.

Job duties and responsibilities

Plans and implements daily lesson plans; Participates in in-service training and attends local and regional early child development conferences, seminars and meetings; Maintains safe and clean classroom environment; Organizes and maintains developmentally appropriate classroom; Maintains classroom records, including children's Individualized Education Plan (IEP), attendance records, health and safety forms and procedures, and written reports; Meets regularly and frequently with parents; Posts daily descriptions of classroom activities and individual child development for parents using the BrightWheel app. Orders classroom supplies and submits custodial and repair requests; Ensures compliance with state and local licensing rules; Supervises classroom staff; and, Provides such other related duties as may, from time-to-time, be assigned.

Minimum educational requirement

Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Special Education; or an associate's degree or higher in another field supplemented by a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in Early Childhood Education, or an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Endorsement.

Years of related work experience

At least 2 years of full-time employment in the Hopkins House Preschool Academy or at least 3 years of full-time employment at other licensed and NAEYC accredited early childhood education setting or K-3 public, charter, or private school.

Other related requirements

Demonstrated classroom experience and a strong understanding of child development and curriculum planning. Experienced in the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS). Experience supporting the development of children with special needs. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Fluency in spoken Spanish a plus but not required.