Assistant Teacher I
MT requires all team members and classroom volunteers to have completed a COVID-19 primary series and received one booster dose. Team members who are not yet eligible for a booster must submit proof of their booster vaccination within 2 months of receiving their final primary series dose or an original monovalent booster vaccine to hr@marthastable.org.
Martha’s Table will consider waiving the vaccination requirement for:
- Team members who object in good faith and in writing, pursuant to procedures established by the City Administrator or his or her designee, that the employee’s vaccination would violate their sincerely held religious beliefs; and
- Team members who have obtained and submitted written certification from a physician or other licensed health professional who may order an immunization, that being vaccinated for COVID-19 is medically inadvisable because of the employee’s medical condition.
Team members who believe they qualify for either exemption must submit a request for a waiver along with appropriate documentation to support their request to hr@marthstable.org.
Martha's Table is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants who are unable to be vaccinated for religious or medical reasons should contact Human Resources (hr@marthastable.org) as soon as possible to engage in the interactive process and explore what, if any, reasonable accommodations Martha's Table is able to offer.
ABOUT MARTHA'S TABLE
At Martha’s Table, we believe that every Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to thrive. For over forty years, we have worked to support strong children, strong families, and strong communities by increasing access to quality education, health and wellness, and family resources.
Together, we are “One MT.” This means we work across all three of our locations to support our shared mission. In all that we do, we exemplify our four core values of respect, compassion, teamwork, and accountability. These values -- and our commitment to “white glove service” -- guide how we engage with the communities we stand alongside and how we work together as a team. When you come to Martha’s Table -- as a guest or as a team member -- you are valued and you deserve our very best.
In order to be the best version of MT, we are deeply committed to equitable practices. We apply the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in providing programming and services; in creating our Board; in partnerships and procurement; and in hiring, training, and advancing our team members.
We invest in our team members’ personal and professional goals through our “STEP” program, which provides financial support for professional development in the following areas, regardless of tenure:
Tuition Reimbursement - Martha's Table will reimburse employees, on a tax-free basis, up to 12 credit hours per fiscal year - up to the University of MD's in-state tuition.
Professional Development - Up to $2,000 per fiscal year - to include professional memberships.
Unlocking transcripts - One-time benefit of up to $1,500 to access transcripts from previously attended institutions.
SIGN ON BONUS
If you are hired as an Assistant Teacher I with a start date between February 2024 and May 2024, you will be eligible for a $3,000 signing bonus, payable in three installments, as follows: (1) a one-time, taxable bonus payment of $750 after 30 days of employment with Martha's Table, (2) a one-time, taxable bonus payment of $750 upon successful completion of the 90-day introduction period, and (3) a one-time, taxable bonus payment of $1,500 after 120 days of employment and are in good standing.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Assistant Teacher I works under the guidance and direction of the Lead Teacher, and as such under direction, is responsible for assisting in providing program-based services to enrolled children and their families. These services include: supporting the implementation of lesson plans, supporting the creation of a rich and engaging learning environment for their students, and other services related to providing quality services for school-age children and their families. The Assistant Teacher I teacher must perform all other duties as prescribed in the DCMR-9, NAEYC, COA, and DC Standards of Learning.
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist in the implementation of Martha’s Table Healthy Start Curriculum and developing developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Assist in providing activities to support families in their role as caregivers and educators.
- Assist in the implementation of IFSP/IEP goals for children with special needs.
- Assist in conducting on-going assessments/anecdotal notes daily in all program/developmental areas.
- Assist in the health and safety of the children in the classroom and outdoors, including field trips.
- Assist in maintaining equipment and materials to ensure good condition.
- Responsible for maintaining space and design plans.
- Responsible for performing other duties as assigned.
- Must have the ability to care for children in a warm, supportive manner
- Family and Community Partnerships - assist the Instructor in the following:
- Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program.
- Participate in all scheduled program activities.
- Program Design and Structure - assist the Instructor in the following:
- Attend pre-service and in-service training sessions as scheduled
- Attend at least 30 hours of training per school year.
- Participate in monthly program-wide staff meetings.
- Participate in monthly classroom team meetings.
- Participate in community events.
- Other/Administrative - assist the Instructor in the following:
- Complete daily on-going attendance and meal count forms.
- Ensure all forms are completed and filed.
- Accident report forms.
- Comply with all rules and regulations as outlined in the Licensing Standards, NAEYC Standards, COA Standards, DC Standards of Learning, the Healthy Start Staff Handbook and the Martha’s Table Employee Handbook.
- Attend at least 2 anchor events annually
- Commitment to Martha’s Table’s mission and core values of compassion, respect, teamwork, and accountability
- Embodies and serves as a model for “white glove service” and our organization’s core values.
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- At least one or two years’ experience working with school-aged children.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish, preferred but not required
- All Early Childhood Educations team members are required to submit annual physical and tuberculosis test results as required by the Office of the Superintendent of Education.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or experience with children ages infant to preschool preferred. If you do not have a CDA, you will be required to get one within 1 year of employment.
- Must meet the licensing requirements pertaining to CPR, first aid, and universal precaution requirements.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory background check. Martha's Table is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind.Martha’s Table is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion or belief, age, sex (including pregnancy), national, social or ethnic origin, disability status, HIV status, family medical history or genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, family or parental status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Martha's Table will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 202-328-6608 or via email at hr@marthastable.org.
