Preschool Teacher Assistant

The Preschool Teacher Assistant works cooperatively with the classroom teacher to discuss and aid in the implementation of daily lesson plans in accordance with the current curriculum. Performs activities that ensure each group's safety, involvement, and creativity. Supports the classroom teacher with the schedule of the day, ensuring consistency for students. Responsibilities Assist the teacher with all activities, including, but not limited to, housekeeping, record keeping, snack, and meal service. Conduct daily small-group activities for a small group of children Promote individualized attention for children by freeing the teacher from routine duties Cooperates with the classroom teacher in keeping a neat classroom Provides leadership within the afternoon classroom and assumes lead teacher responsibilities when needed, including in the teacher’s absence. Understands that education is an atmosphere, a discipline, a life, and a science of relations Understands that teaching is a ministry and that their role is to be the “Living Curriculum” for students Maintains a professional standard of dress and an engaging personality Prompt and continuous attendance on campus Irregular schedule changes may be required, including nights and/or weekends Required Skills/Abilities: Seeks to understand the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Able to collaborate as partners with the classroom teacher and parents Has basic working knowledge of information about the SBA Preschool Is teachable in spirit and seeks to gain excellent problem-solving skills Expresses a genuine warmth and concern for the child, understands developmental needs Attends all required faculty meetings Completes required annual Professional Development Ability to assume responsibility for the classroom without supervision Is willing to obtain a certificate with the Tennessee Early Childhood Training Alliance or a Child Development Associates or complete college coursework toward an Early Childhood degree Additional Responsibilities Has a full understanding and is in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Silverdale Baptist Academy and has a strong commitment to school philosophy Understand the Mission and Vision of Silverdale Baptist Academy Committed to protecting the culture of SBA Strong and clear Christian testimony Strong commitment to a Biblical worldview