Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher

Join to apply for the Infant / Toddler Assistant Teacher role at Mount Vernon School

Overview

At Mount Vernon School, students are empowered to discover, explore, learn, design, create, and effect change. With a commitment to Identity, Diversity, Equity, and Action (IDEA), we welcome the opportunity to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations that challenge our biases and assumptions. Our goal is to design a better world, so we choose to equip students with the knowledge, skills, attributes, and relationships they need to be impact-ready.

The Team

The Preschool Team provides a supportive, play-based learning environment and adheres to the highest standards, as recognized by its NAEYC Accreditation. With low child-to-teacher ratios, team members focus on meeting each child's individual needs. The team also values continuous learning, offering opportunities for training, professional development, and collaboration to create an innovative and nurturing space for young learners.

The Role

This position offers the opportunity to care for infants or toddlers, providing essential support during a critical developmental period. The role requires a collaborative team player who is passionate about supporting the social, emotional, and physical development of young children. Strong candidates will bring a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and prior experience working with young learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing care to support the social, emotional, and physical needs of each child
• Maintain a consistent schedule, Monday–Friday, 11 : 00 AM - 6 : 00 PM
• Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and lesson plans with the teaching team
• Communicate effectively and professionally with families, including updates about children's progress and needs (via phone calls, newsletters, and conferences)
• Participate in weekly team meetings and professional development opportunities to foster personal and team growth
• Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times

Core Competencies

Requirements

Work Environment

Physical Demands

This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

This job description is intended to describe the basic elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. This job description does not constitute a contract. It may be modified or amended at any time as determined in the School's discretion.

The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

Employment type

Job function

Industries

J-18808-Ljbffr