What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Assistant Teacher position at The Brunswick School?
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The Brunswick School is a growing Early Childhood Education company located in Downtown Jersey City. Our successful program is once again offering summer camp! We are looking for teachers passionate about working with young children to join our amazing team for our eleven-week summer program. Our program runs from June 7, 2021 through August 20, 20121. Our summer camp Assistant Teachers will work in tandem with our lead teachers in support of an environment which promotes learning and development, utilizes the summer season as a learning opportunity and ensures the safety, well-being, and happiness of our children. You will do this in support of, and supported by, our lead teachers. As an Assistant Teacher your goal will be to provide an enriching summer camp experience for our children!
If the opportunity to positively engage with children in an environment focused on their growth and development excites and energizes you, come join us. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in planning and implementing activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of students while utilizing the summer season as the catalyst for development and learning
- Assisting in developing culturally appropriate programs and activities
- Establishing routines and procedures for daily learning/play experiences
- Supervising of students in the classroom
- Establishing routines with head teacher and providing positive guidance for behavioral outcomes
- Clearly and effectively communicating in a manner that children understand
- Communicating to parents on an as needed basis about child’s behavior, positive and negative, with approval of Head Teacher
- Collaborating regularly with Head Teacher to develop weekly plans and activities
- Performing assigned tasks as designated by head teacher/director
- High School Diploma required
- Associates degree in education/related field or CDA preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in child care setting
- Ability to relate positively to young children, parents, and staff
- Willing to work flexible hours in order to meet the needs of the program.
- Able to lift 40 lbs. and walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety
- Must be willing to work flexible hours
At The Brunswick School, we offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Discounted Child care
- Opportunities for Professional Development and Growth
This is a temporary position, 11 weeks in duration. However, there is opportunity for a permanent role for those interested and qualified.