What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Teacher position at Discovering You Child Development Center?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a caring and dedicated Daycare Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing a nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and cognitive development. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about working with children and have experience in early childhood education.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute engaging activities that cater to the needs of children aged [insert age range], including arts, music, and outdoor games.
- Implement a safe and structured classroom environment that promotes socialization, independence, and self-expression.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, their families, and colleagues.
- Provide individualized attention to children, recognizing and addressing their unique needs and challenges.
- Implement behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere in the classroom.
- Collaborate with other staff members to ensure consistency in teaching and care practices.
- Ensure children's safety and well-being by providing first aid when needed and adhering to relevant health and safety protocols.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills in early childhood education.
- Maintain accurate records of children's progress, including daily reports and progress reports.
Experience:
- Relevant experience in early childhood education, childcare, or nannying.
- Experience in classroom management and behavior management.
- Proven experience working with children of various ages and backgrounds.
- Familiarity with first aid and childhood development principles.
- Experience in creating engaging lesson plans and activities that cater to diverse learning styles.
Skills:
- Experience in caring for toddlers and providing nurturing support.
- Strong understanding of early childhood education principles and practices.
- Excellent classroom management and behavior management skills.
- Ability to provide first aid and adhere to relevant health and safety protocols.
- Experience in developing and implementing lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members.
- A passion for working with children and a commitment to their overall development.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Lockhart, TX 78644 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12