LC Assistant Teacher

Description

Gateway Learning Center’s Assistant Teachers support the implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum, while assisting with daily classroom operations. They help foster students’ cognitive, social, and emotional growth, and maintain positive communication with parents and families.

Gateway OneTeam members will support and demonstrate an understanding of the church’s mission: Presenting Hope and Developing People. Key qualifications include possessing a character that reflects biblical godliness and demonstrating a meaningful, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Key qualifications include possessing a character that reflects biblical godliness, demonstrating a meaningful, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and active involvement in a local body of Christian believers.

• •Job Status: Non-exempt, Part-time (10-29 hours/wk), Monday-Friday
• •Job Location: In-person, Gateway Learning Center Campus
• •Salary Range: $18-$19/hr
• •Benefits: Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and other benefits may be available per the Gateway Employee Handbook

Responsibilities and Duties:

• •Creating a safe, loving, and welcoming environment that continually engages children.
• •Being a cooperative team member, working alongside and taking direction from your Lead Teacher.
• •Actively participating in all activities with the children, including snacks, lunches, and play.
• •Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• •Must be at least 18 years of age.
• •Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• •Must pass a state and federal background check and fingerprinting.
• •Must be able to obtain Washington State Food Handler’s Permit.
• •Must be able to obtain a First Aid/CPR certificate, including Pediatrics.
• •Must be able to meet all Washington State specific requirements for this position.

Physical Abilities: Working in childcare is mentally and physically demanding, and aspiring applicants should be prepared for the often-rigorous requirements of this position. Additionally, sufficient mobility to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time in a multi-level facility.