Early Childhood - Teacher

Summary

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
Childcare is more than just watching kids. We teach them skills they need to go off to school. We are the ones they spend most of their days with during the week, teaching them social skills, how to put together a puzzle, how to cut, what fingerpainting is, and so much more! We see those 1st steps, the potty-training successes, and the pride on the child`s face when they learn a new skill like zipping their coat. We also are responsible for communicating with families and following State Licensing rules. This job is not for the faint of heart. Some days we may ask ourselves why I work in Childcare, other days we can`t wait to get back to our classroom and see our kiddos. Each day is a new adventure :)

We are looking for a Child Care Teacher to encourage the healthy intellectual and psychological growth of the children in our facilities. You will teach and supervise them while also motivating them to use their mental capacities and exercise their imagination.

We offer paid training courses and raises as they are completed. We are also supportive of our staff continuing their education in the field, may it be an Associate's Degree, or a Credential with the TEACH Scholarship Program.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience as a child care / daycare teacher
• Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods
• Methodical and creative
• Patience, flexibility and love for children
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Certificate in first aid and CPR
• Introduction to Childcare, Infant and Toddler, and Skills and Strategies books completed
• Level 7 on the Registry or a Degree in early childhood education Preferred

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wage discussed if have a CDA or higher education in Early Childhood or related field.