Essential Tasks

• Supervise groups of children during play, either outdoors or indoors.
• Supervise groups of children having lunch and cleaning up.
• Supervise groups of children during rest time.
• Assist with classroom management and provide one-on-one student support.
• Support students' social and emotional growth with  developmentally appropriate strategies and language that maintains respect and kindness for every child.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
• Build strong relationships with students, helping them to feel safe, known and cared for.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Sabot employee and parent handbooks.
• Demonstrate professionalism, kindness, and respect for all members of the Sabot community, regardless of race, religion, nationality, abilities, family structure, gender identity, or gender expression.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Preschool Program Director and/or Director of Enrichment.

During Extended Day:

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging after-school experience in alignment with Sabot School’s values.
• Supervise and take responsibility for a group of approximately 20 children alongside co-teachers.
• Actively participate in activities with students, including leading or assisting with games and creative projects.
• Cultivate relationships with parents, making an effort to share helpful details about the student experience and facilitating smooth transitions during pickup.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable and dependable, with a strong commitment to being present and punctual every day.
• Caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Ability to engage and manage groups of children in a variety of settings.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal, serving as a role model for students.
• Professional demeanor, with the ability to follow through on commitments and responsibilities.
• A minimum of an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field from an accredited community/junior college, college, or university is preferred.
• Experience with children in a professional setting is required.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to complete a background check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time during supervision and activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (e.g., lifting children, materials, or equipment).
• Ability to kneel, crouch, and bend down to the child's level for supervision, assistance, and engagement in activities.
• Ability to assist children with physical needs, such as helping with mobility, eating, or restroom routines.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies, which may include running, lifting, or assisting children to safety.
• Ability to supervise children during physical activities, such outdoor play, while remaining alert to potential safety hazards.
  

Sabot School's Mission Statement



Sabot School is a school designed to sustain children’s quest for meaning and understanding, harness the power of their theories and ideas, and guide their inquiry and research. In an environment that supports co-creation, collaboration and respectful exchange, we challenge our students to become effective communicators and disciplined thinkers, capable of solving problems in our increasingly complex world.