Summer Teacher

Embrace the opportunity to unfold a new chapter in your career story as we welcome Summer of 2024!

Why Join Us?

Inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori, Alphabet Academy offers unique and high-quality childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. We believe that children are life's greatest gift.

Position: Summer Teacher (Lead / Assistant)
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour (Pay rate based on experience and education)
Job Type: Part-time / Full-time
Number of Openings: 4
Shifts/Schedule:

• May 18,2024 - August 16,2024
• Full-time schedule 4 or 5 days a week (8-hours a day)
• Part-time schedule 2 days a week (7:30am - 5:30pm)

Location: 6355 Beechtree Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Requirements:

Experience for Lead teacher (Summer Camp):

● Experience working in education, childcare, or adult care fields
● Experience with Montessori teaching methods beneficial

Education for Lead & Assistant teachers:

● High school diploma or GED required
● Higher education preferred, such as a Certification/Certificate or Associates Degree or higher

● Child-related experience or degree preferred

● Education and/or experience in Montessori teaching methods beneficial

Required Details, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

● Must be able to pass Iowa DHS and FBI background checks

● Must maintain Iowa DHS approval to work in a licensed childcare center

● Basic computer and math skills

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

● Reliable transportation

● Maintain a positive and professional work environment

● Passion for children and education

● Attention to detail

● Willing to learn all areas of the center and help train others

● Proven track record of being a team player

● Availability must be flexible to the needs of the business

● Minimum age requirement is 18 years of age

Physical Requirements (with or without accommodation)

● Ability to walk and be on feet for up to 12 hours a day

● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

● Ability to bend repeatedly

License/Certification:

• First Aid & CPR Certification (Preferred)

Essential Functions (Lead / Assistant)

● Provide high-quality care in a group setting that meets diverse needs and promotes the healthy development of children.

● Ensures positive communication with families through regular verbal and written contact regarding the program, children's progress, opportunities for involvement, unique concerns, and family needs; conducts parent/teacher interviews and case conferences as required.

● Plan / Assist with planning a stimulating, developmentally appropriate program incorporating Montessori methods and materials following organizational and legal guidelines which incorporate independent and self-directed learning experiences meeting both group and individual children's needs, varied daily activities, opportunities for child-directed play and cross-cultural, anti-racist, and non-sexist learning; participates in developing individual program plans to meet the unique needs of children; records program plans.

● Provides supervision of the children; implements program plans daily; prepares appropriate materials and equipment and sets up areas for planned activities; provides a welcoming and nurturing environment by demonstrating ongoing affection, acceptance, and support of each child; guides and assists children in activities, routines and transition times; teaches appropriate behaviors and skills through modeling, counseling, mediating, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcing; implements therapy suggestions as required.

● Lead / Assists the Lead Teacher, as requested, with evaluating the program and development of individual children; observes, assesses, and records children's progress and behavior and recommends group program and teaching modifications to meet needs better; assists with identifying and informing Director/Owner of special needs which may require referral.

● Attends to physical needs of children; instructs and assists in developing self-help skills such as washing, dressing, toileting, and eating, as necessary; attends to diapering needs; feeds children and ensures special dietary requirements are met; ensures children are clean, dry and dressed appropriately.

● Maintains a healthy and safe environment; administers and maintains records of medication and first aid; records and reports accidents and severe occurrences; operates and ensures the safety of all equipment, including special needs equipment as required; monitors children's health, records, and reports on illness and unique health conditions; cleans and disinfects toys and activity areas and carries out other program related housekeeping duties; monitors location for health and safety hazards; opens and secures facility.

● Participates within a team to ensure the ongoing administration and coordination of the program's activities and certifications; records attendance; adjusts the schedule to ensure staff ratios are maintained; arranges replacement as required; participates in agency activities and committee meetings and consults with community professionals; monitors and reports on needed supplies; adheres to outside grant or certification application and award guidelines (i.e., QRS, Reach for the Stars); keeps Director/Owner advised of pertinent information.

● Participates in professional development through education and training, both in-house and external, to maintain Iowa DHS approval to work in a licensed child care center and keeps up to date with developments in the field.

● Respects confidentiality and relates to parents, children, and other staff members professionally and ethically.

● Accomplish 'To Do' priorities as assigned

● Provide prompt, friendly, and attentive service

● Adhere to Alphabet Academy policies and philosophies

● Exhibit an attitude of professionalism and service

● Other duties as assigned

EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Des Moines, IA 50266: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15