RESOURCE STAFF Details

RESOURCE STAFF

The Goddard School - Chicago (South Loop), IL - Chicago, IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

A Resource / Floating teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for helping to establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. A Resource is responsible for working with all the staff members as per the responsibilities assigned by the management.

Qualifications:
A Resource Staff must meet the qualifications of:
- the ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
- the ability to interact closely with children at their level, within sight and sound supervision at all times.
- the ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
- the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
- the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies.
-the ability to safely walk children from room to room or playground or an outdoor area.
-willing to clean and sanitize surfaces and learning materials regularly and as needed basis
- ability to break teachers during nap times while supervising children actively at all times
- ability to obtain resources to support learning environment in the classrooms
-ability to use ipads for assisting teachers with daily reports

A Resource Staff must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• High School Diploma with at least 12 credits in Early Childhood Development or related field
• a Child Development Certificate or higher preferred

Responsibilities
The assistant teacher’s responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher in implementing the lead teacher’s responsibilities including but, not limited to the following:

• cleaning and sanitizing
• active supervision
• Helping teacher with resources
• Assist food staff with distribution
• Opening and closing Checklists
• Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair
• Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedure(s)
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times
• Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements
• Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately
• Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present
• Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy
• Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
• Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Remotely:

• No