Job description

A: POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting in developing and implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in a group, in accordance with Bright Futures Learning Center’s policies, procedures, and benchmarking standards.

B: RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

· Meet regularly to aide in the development weekly plans and activities.

· Meet with Program Coordinator to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate program’s effectiveness.

· Responsible for implementing of Bright Futures performance standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of an early childhood development center including developmentally appropriate practices for a set age group.

· Responsible for assisting with the implementation of developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the scheduled mandated by regulations and performance standards.

· Maintain records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with Bright Futures Standards.

· Responsible for recording and record keeping of information required to document the growth and development of children via assessment and benchmarks as the lead teacher requests.

· Responsible for working with an interdisciplinary team to fully implement behavior plans for children with disabilities.

· Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided at the Center.

· Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child’s growth and development.

· Work with Director, Lead Teacher, and Teaching Team in planning and participating in parent activities.

· Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition.

· Provide day-to-day supervision and support fellow teacher assistants, teacher aides, substitutes and volunteers, which include sharing daily program plans and discussing goals for children.

· Work with classroom staff implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum.

· Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.

· Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.

· Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.

· Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the Center.

· Help parents to understand the curriculum and find ways to involve parents in the daily program.

· Keep updated of current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.

C. QUALIFICATIONS:

· Ability to relate positively to young children, parents and staff.

· Strong working knowledge of Bright Futures Performance Standards and

· State licensing guidelines and regulations, including monitoring and evaluation

· Prefer knowledge of High/Scope and Creative curriculums.

· Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team.

· Effective and strong communication skills (orally and written)

· Demonstrate an ability to work successfully with community-based agencies and building partnerships.

· Demonstrated supervision skills

D. PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

· Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.

· Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety

E. OTHER:

· Criminal Background Check

· Drivers Check

· Annual training hours (13 hours)

· Completion of Basic Child Care Class “Getting Started”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fargo, ND 58104: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Infants

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person