Heritage Christian Childcare Center is currently seeking a caring, dependable, and motivated Assistant Teacher to join our St. Clarsville, OH team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating a safe, loving, and engaging environment for children.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will support Lead Teachers in daily classroom operations while helping children grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically in a Christ-centered environment.

General Competencies

Engaging personality with a positive and optimistic attitude
Ability to professionally handle confidential information
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities calmly and effectively
Represents our KC3 Culture through speech and conduct:
- Kindness
- Creativity
- Caring
- Cleanliness
Builds positive relationships with children, families, team members, and Administration
Able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-energy, and sometimes loud environment
Willing to exemplify Christ-honoring principles daily

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

Sit, stand, bend, jump, reach, and actively engage with children throughout the day
Lift children and equipment up to 50 pounds
Crawl, stoop, balance, walk, run, and sit on the floor as needed
Participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions

This job description provides a general overview and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

Daily Care Responsibilities

Create a safe, loving, and welcoming environment for children
Attend promptly to children’s emotional, physical, and developmental needs
Feed children appropriate portion sizes while maintaining choking safety precautions and following parent instructions
Change diapers every two hours or more frequently as needed
Apply diaper cream when authorized through proper medication forms
Use the Procare App to:
- Record meals, diapering, naps, and developmental milestones
- Clock children in and out
- Document daily activities
- Upload at least one photo or video of each child daily for families
Comfort children experiencing emotional or self-regulation challenges
Report injuries immediately to the Lead Teacher or Administration and complete incident documentation promptly
Assist children during nap and rest times through comforting and soothing techniques
Provide individualized care based on each child’s needs

Educational & Behavior Management

Assist the Lead Teacher with implementing age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with SUTQ standards
Help create a classroom environment that encourages learning through play and exploration
Maintain engaging activities and sensory play opportunities throughout the day
Guide children in positive behavior, emotional regulation, sharing, and communication
Use positive redirection and encouragement to build confidence and self-esteem
Communicate clearly and patiently with children in a developmentally appropriate manner

Training & Compliance

Follow all DCY procedures and licensing guidelines regarding supervision, diapering, behavior management, sunscreen, and safety
Maintain knowledge of center policies and procedures
Provide care and teaching consistent with the Christian philosophy and goals of the center
Complete required state training hours
Participate in required trainings including:
- First Aid & CPR
- Communicable Disease Prevention
- Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention
Participate in monthly emergency drills and staff meetings
Seek opportunities for professional growth and continued education
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment
Report maintenance or safety concerns immediately
Assist Lead Teachers with parent communication and classroom documentation
Maintain classroom records including attendance, observations, medication forms, and incident reports

Benefits:

- Simple IRA after 1 year of employment

We look forward to welcoming compassionate and dedicated individuals to the Heritage Christian Childcare team.

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