Early Childhood Summer Support Teacher

*Summer Seasonal Employment*

Educate. Nurture. Build.

Kohl’s Child Development Center strives for excellence in the field of Early Childhood Education. The CDC offers care to the children of Kohl’s Corporate Associates, ages 6 weeks to 6 years with two full-time facilities, an on-site location at the Corporate Office and a near-site facility, with a total capacity of nearly 450 children. During the summer months, we also offer a School-Age Summer Camp for children aged five to 11 years.

Perks

• Kohls Discount
• Extensive materials and resources available
• Onsite cafeteria

Job Description

Assist in the daily care of the children in the Center; assume the role of Primary Teacher when replacing the Primary Teacher in the classroom for lunch breaks, planning times, vacations, etc.; and assist in housekeeping, organizing, food service, project preparation, and other general Center activities.

Primary Responsibilities

Follow Kohl’s and Center policies and procedures, and State Licensing Rules & Regulations

• Treat all of the children with dignity and respect.
• Maintain confidentiality of the children and parents.
• Attend all staff meetings and recommended required trainings.
• Work well with fellow associates and supervisors.
• Uphold/implement Creative Curriculum set forth by the Primary Teachers and follow Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• Uphold WMELS guidelines

Accountable for the children in your care during the course of your shift

• Maintain safety, care, and nurturance of children at all times.
• Write notes on the Daily Connect App relaying information to the parents from the Primary Teacher and/or from the parents to the Primary Teacher as the need arises and charting all diaper changes, feedings, and naps.

Maintain necessary certification to perform job duties

• Meet yearly continuing education requirements.
• Keep a current Registry certificate.

Required Qualifications:

• Early Childhood I & II completed.
• If hired, Drug Screen, Health Exam, and TB Test required, (covered by company)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational background in Early Childhood
• 80 days experience working in a licensed childcare facility
• First Aid/CPR Certified
• Fundamentals of Infant/Toddler Development Certified
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Certified
• Child Abuse/Neglect Certified

Special Requirements:

• Able to lift 40lbs.
• Standing, sitting, squatting, bending, twisting, walking, and moving at a fast pace.
• Flexible work schedule and availability.