Temple Beth El of Boca Raton is the largest and most vibrant congregation in our area. Throughout our history we have sought to create a spirit of warmth, intimacy and vitality in all that we are and do, maintaining a culture of understanding work ethic and dedicated staff members. We strive to build a sense of community and improve the world around us. We are growing and excited to add team members like you to join our team.

We are currently searching for a caring and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our team. If you have a passion for working with children, are dedicated to providing the best education and care, work collaboratively, and want to learn and grow, we want you to be part of our team.

The Lead Teacher is responsible for monitoring the development and learning of the children, and for communicating this information to parents and Directors. Beth El Early Learning Center believes in experiential learning, with a hands on approach. The Lead Teacher is responsible to provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Early Learning Center environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips).

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, which include the following:

Programinig Functions:

• Assist Lead Teacher in implementing childcare curriculum, planning daily activities and maintaining records on each child’s progress and development.

• Assist Lead Teacher in reviewing the daily progress of each child, developing written plans to promote each child’s growth and developmental milestones.

• Create and maintain a childcare environment that is cheerful, nurturing, healthy, clean, organized, and safe for all children.

• Assist with daily activities pertaining to eating, sleeping, and diaper changing.

• Maintain a continuing dialogue with classroom team with regard to the children and classroom environment.

• Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times.

Interraction with Children:

• Serve as a role model for the children in the areas of attitude, speech and actions on a daily basis.

• Treat each child with dignity and respect for their cultural background.

• Encourage children’s development in the areas of building self-confidence, problem solving, and taking responsibility for their actions.

• Support children during lunchtime and ensure that their nutritional needs are fulfilled.

• Observe and monitor children to ensure that they are comfortable and intervene following signs of distress.

• Ensure development of positive relationships with children with a view to promote self-esteem and self-discipline.

• Be consistent, but lovingly enforce classroom discipline plan and reward system.

Administrative Functions:

• Assist with weekly lesson plans and goals according to policy.

• Assist Lead Teacher in conducting parent conferences.

• Assist Lead Teacher in handling attendance and accidents/incidents reports. Ensure parents receive and sign reports.

• Assist with uploading daily log sheets and daily activities using Brightwheel's roster.

• Maintain storage, organization, and cleanliness of classroom equipment and materials.

• Maintain a continuing dialogue with classroom team with regard to the children and classroom environment.

• Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Teacher and/or Director.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development; or a child related field is preferred;

• At least two years of experience working with young children;

• Completion of Introductory Childcare Training, Part I, II, (45 hours) or willingness to acquire;

• Child CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to acquire;

• Knowledge of Jewish culture is a plus but not required

WE SUPPORT OUR TEAM MEMBERS BY OFFERING

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans (HMO plans covered at 100%)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) • Holiday Pay • Employee Discounts including complimentary congregational commitment and Religious School for your children

Temple Beth El of Boca is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not take into consideration the race, gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, (or any other protected class) of any applicant for this position. For more information about our organization, please visit www.tbeboca.org.