Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs

Position Type: Early Childhood Education/Pre-School Date Posted: 5/22/2026 Location: Delaware Early Childhood Center Date Available: SY 26-27 Closing Date: 06/07/2026 TITLE: Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum High School Diploma.Minimum six college credit hours in Early Childhood Education OR Assistant Educator Certification from DIEEC.Minimum six months of experience in a childcare or preschool setting. REPORTS TO: Program Manager for Preschool Programs LOCATION: Delaware Early Childhood Center JOB GOALS: The Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs assists the Lead Educator in facilitating a classroom routine that engages preschool aged children in learning through play designed to fit each child's individual interests and abilities. The Assistant Educator assists in the documentation including lesson planning, observations, assessments, and screenings of enrolled children, works collaboratively as a member of the Preschool Programs' team, and partners with the classroom's Lead Educator, other support staff, and children's families to effectively implement high quality and holistic early education programming. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Supports the implementation of evidence-based curriculum with fidelity, including assisting in creating weekly lesson plans aligning with program mission and standards, analysis of classroom assessments and data, and individual child's interests, and strengthsPartners to complete and document observations, assessments, and screenings, individualized lesson plans, design and maintain diverse and inclusive learning environments, promote play and socialization, interact positively with children, establish and sustain classroom routines, etc.Actively participates in the facilitation of the classroom routine, specifically sharing in the responsibilities for supporting children's daily needs, personal care routines, meal times, learning activities, set up and clean up, and active supervision during the duration of the school dayAssists in implementation of principles and practices including but not limited to:Healthy social and emotional development of childrenRespect of diversity and intentional inclusion of the cultural and socio-economic differences within program, families, and communitiesOngoing assessment of individual childrenCompliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, policies, and proceduresAssumes responsibilities for the classroom with the substitute in the absence of the Lead EducatorMaintains open, respectful, and professional communication with children, their families, and all members of the Preschool Programs' team with sensitivity to the culture, traditions, lifestyles, language, and values of each individual, family, and communityParticipates in the development and implementation of a Professional Development Plan to maintain required certifications and enhance professional growth. Participate in on-going professional learning, training, workshops, and conferences as required by OCCL and grantee as well as individual coaching sessions with Education Coordinator or Program ManagerAdheres to all Lake Forest District and Delaware Early Childhood Center personnel policies and maintains professional boundaries and confidentiality.Other Duties as assigned by Program Manager and Grantee. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Additional training in procedures and policies relating to the position's specific requirements. SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The Assistant Educator position is a part-time, hourly position and shall be employed 188 days per year (10 months). Salary will be based upon years of experience EVALUATION: The Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs shall be evaluated annually by the Program Manager for Preschool Programs, according to policies approved by the Lake Forest Board of Education. The following are conditions of employment for new employees:Satisfactory criminal background check prior to being placed on payroll.Satisfactory child protection registry check.Mandatory direct deposit of payDocumentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system. All applicants are required to submit three (3) letters of reference, with one from an immediate supervisor that is dated within the past year. Applicants are advised that a copy of the most recent evaluation will be requested if selected for an interview. The evaluation can be loaded as part of the application in advance. Lake Forest is an advocate of inclusion practices in all grade levels. LAKE FOREST SCHOOL DISTRICT Human Resources Office 5423 Killens Pond Road Felton, DE 19943 www.lf.k12.de.us Phone: 302.284.3020 - Fax: 302.284.5832 The Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws. Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Personnel, Lake Forest Central Business Office, 5423 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943. Telephone: (302)284-3020.