Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience working in an early childhood setting

• Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds

• Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the Center

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist in the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children

2. Perform duties as planned by the Director or Lead Teacher for the assigned classroom

3. Assist in implementing the curriculum planned by the Director or Lead Teacher

4. Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing

5. Support the social and emotional development of children

6. Engage in active play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them

7. Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children

8. Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom.

9. Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands

10. Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the Center and state guidelines

11. Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required following the CACFP guidelines

12. Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the childcare rooms

13. Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis

14. Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities

15. Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program

16. Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other staff development opportunities

17. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible

18. Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in the classroom, and sustain long hours of active work

The aforementioned statements describe the general requirements for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be logically assigned as appropriate.