What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Infant/Toddler position at Alliance for Community Empowerment Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
JOB TITLE : Teacher- Infant & Toddler DEPT : Early Learning Division
REPORTS TO : Site Manager FLSA : Non-exempt
STARTING SALARY : $19 / hr.-$22 / hr.
JOB SUMMARY : Provide age-appropriate infant and toddler instruction that supports the social, emotional physical, and cognitive development of children. Promote family engagement and meet the requirements of federal, state, and local / state policies and procedures. Also, responsible for the supervision of additional classroom teaching staff, volunteers, and interns in their assigned duties.
CHILDREN SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITY : Responsible for child supervision and for keeping children safe.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Responsible for creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of all children that meets the physical and emotional needs of each child.
- Satisfies the developmental needs of each child through child / adult interactions and activities.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, and resources that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned children.
- Responsible for implementing the curriculum of the classroom, and planning and writing weekly learning experience plans.
- Responsible for daily attendance, case notes, and reports as required and data entry into Child Plus, Teaching Strategies Gold, or another designated database.
- Responsible for the development and periodic review of individualized educational plans for each child and for developing individual goals based on the child’s interests, abilities, individual traits, and development.
- Responsible for scheduling home visits (minimum of two) and parent contacts (Head Start).
- Responsible for room coverage at all times as well as maintaining a safe indoor / outdoor environment.
- Maintain orderly classroom and keep equipment / supplies in good condition.
- Attendance and participation in professional development opportunities and staff meetings.
- Supervision of classroom staff, professionals, interns, and volunteers.
- Work collaboratively with Family Advocate, component staff, and community partners.
- Adhere to Alliance for Community Empowerment Inc. policies and procedures related to prevention and response to COVID-19, including participating in training, use of PPE, implementation of universal precautions, social distancing, and keeping the workspace clean.
- Other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
HOURS / DAY
0-1 1-2 2-4 4-7
Standing X
Sitting X
Reaching X
Driving X
Walking X
Twisting X
Squatting X
Lifting X
Bending X
Gripping X
Keyboard use X
Please Note : Must be able to lift a child with an average weight of 50 pounds, if necessary.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – THROUGH AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
Salary : $19 - $22
