Reports To: Tri County Community Network DirectorEmployee Type: EXEMPT XNON-EXEMPTPOSITION SUMMARY:The associate teacher will assist the lead teacher with activities and learning exercises and help them maintain a friendly, inclusive atmosphere for all students. Under the supervision of the lead teacher, an associate teacher will work with students to meet their individual learning needs. An associate teacher will also help maintain student records of behavior and progress and keep parents up to date on their child's development and learning.This job description is intended to identify some of the primary duties and responsibilities. Mayers Memorial Hospital District reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this position description, at MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICTS sole and absolute discretion.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
High school Diploma or equivalent.
6 College semester Units in Early Childhood Education
A passion for early childhood education and helping children grow in positive ways.
Excellent communication skills.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:General Competencies:
Professionalbehavior is demonstrated, both when on duty and as a representative of MMHD outside of normal work hours.
Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.
Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
A positive working relationship with patients, visitors, and facility staff is demonstrated.
Organizational ability and time management is demonstrated.
Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction.
Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications. Ability to make appropriate recommendations or conclusions, given the data obtained.
Maintains an organized set of records, upon request, for the functions that are performed within the scope of this job.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers.
Performs all assigned tasks accurately, to include proper spelling and grammar, reference materials, and minimal mathematical calculation.
Takes direction from others to include those employees of other departments with which he/she works on a temporary basis in accordance with the chain of command.
Maintains all information as confidential as appropriate, to include payroll, personnel information, and other information obtained during the course of performing job duties that is confidential.
Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines in the performance of job functions.
Answers phone calls, assists public, and forwards appropriately if necessary and in a professional and friendly manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Specific Competencies:
Collaborate with program coordinators to ensure quality service.
Assist primary teacher with activities and instruction.
Maintain records of student progress and needs.
Help keep learning areas tidy and safe.
Provide a welcoming, inclusive learning atmosphere for all students.
Support children with special or individual needs.
Assist in preparation of curriculum.
Maintain supervision of students with the teacher.
Assist with other classroom responsibilities as directed by the lead teacher or director.
Professional Requirements:
Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional.
Completes annual education requirements if applicable.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Wears identification while on duty.
Attends annual evaluation and participates actively in this process.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.
Attends all meetings as appropriate.
Exhibits the mission, ethics and goals of Mayers Memorial Hospital District in the performance of job duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
Is involved with personnel, visitors, and government agencies, etc., when necessary.
Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with other personnel, clients, and support agencies.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sits, stands, bends, lifts, walks, and moves intermittently during working hours.
Able to lift 25 lbs.