Assistant Toddler Educator

The mission of REACH Early Learning is to build a safe, high quality preschool environment as diverse as the community surrounding Fletcher Place Community Center that encourages children ages 6 weeks-5 to recognize their value and REACH for their full potential.

Our Educators support the development of the children we serve by use of the Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum and through strategically arranged and regularly enriched environments. Educators collaborate with our REACH Coach to enact our vision for the classroom and continue their own personal growth as educators.

Lead Educator positions are preferred to have a CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential or higher Early Childhood Education Degree, but are not required for hire. ALL educators are encouraged to continue their education through a number of opportunities provided through REACH Early Learning.

Responsibilities and Expectations for REACH Educators

• Collaborate with Lead Educators to plan and facilitate developmentally-appropriate lesson plans following Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum and the Indiana Early Learning Standards
• Collaborate with Lead Educators and REACH Coach to bring your lesson plans to life through engaging and inclusive play based learning approaches
• Complete child development observations via Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum Guides
• Provide experiences that foster a sense of self (i.e. competence, self-control, and a positive pattern of interaction with others)
• Encourage a sense of community and a sense of the importance of each child as a participating member of REACH
• Maintain a healthy, safe and clean environment and ensure all state licensing rules and regulations are adhered to
• Communicate regularly with families to relay information about their student's day, student needs, progress, health concerns, and more
• Encourage parent involvement with REACH Early Learning and Fletcher Place Community Center services
  
  

Requirements of REACH Educators

• A passion for early childhood education and knowledge of developmental best practices
• Be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the children and center
• Be able to build and nurture relationships with children, families, and team members
• 1 years of experience leading an early childhood classroom preferred
• 2 years of working with young children required
  
  

We can teach you the rest!

Summary

What will I gain?

• Career Development Perks: REACH Early Learning strives to support you when you are ready to take your career to the next level - whether that is earning your associates, bachelors or masters through enrollment in the TEACH scholarship or growing into a Team Lead! CDA courses are available for any staff interested in advancing their career.
• Competitive Pay: $15 - $18/hour to start, ability to grow your pay as you grow your career
• Program Enhancements: REACH Early Learning has a number of Program Enhancements available to our families and staff. Some of which include our Renewal Boutique, Food Pantry and Thrift Store, and more.
  
  

Our centers are open year round Monday-Friday. Full-time positions are nine hour shifts with a one hour lunch break.

This is an active role which requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, see, read, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift and more.

To learn more about us, visit reach.fletcherplacecc.org