Divine Redeemer Catholic School
Job Opening: K4 First Steps Instructional Assistant
Position Details:
Job Hours: M-F 7:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Salary Range: $12-$16/hour based on experience
Job Purpose
The K4 Instructional Assistant provides a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourages their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The Instructional Assistant works directly with the First Steps 4K Lead Teacher to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for enrolled children to prepare students for five-year-old kindergarten.
Minimum Requirements
- Possess, at minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent. Associates Degree preferred, with pre service training in early childhood education
- Have at least two years of documented experience working with children under the age of five
- Completion of the Early Childhood Education Credential (ECD 101) or enroll and complete this course within twelve months of hire date
- Provide a minimum of two references familiar with your work history
- Able to pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry background check
- Catholic and bilingual preferred
Job Duties
- Assist the First Steps 4K Lead teacher with the development and execution of weekly lessons
- Engage constructively with individual children during activities and routines.
- Help clean up the classroom, restroom, and assist children as needed.
- Attend all required First Steps and DSS training and obtain required continuing education hours.
- Demonstrate effective listening, oral and written communication skills
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by displaying professional behavior to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students, coworkers, parents, supervisors and the public
- Follow all employer policies and procedures at all times
Call 843-553-1521 to schedule an interview or email BMartyn@drcs.co