RESOURCE STAFF

  • Full-Time
  • Chicago, IL
  • The Goddard School - Chicago (South Loop), IL
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

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
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