Early Childhood - Teacher / School Age Teacher (Summer)

Summary

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children?s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Duties

? Care for and attend to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and toileting/diapering.
? Plan and organize games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.
? Plan and teach activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.
? Encourage children?s emotional, social, and physical development and positive self-concept.
? Implement developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.
? Teach children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.
? Clean and sanitize toys, furniture, and play equipment.
? Maintain records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and any incidents.
? Communicate with students and parents regarding positive and negative observations.
? Monitor signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notify administration or parents of concerns.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned as necessary

Requirements

• Minimum of a year in a professional child care setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate?s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE preferred.

Benefits

• PTO days after 90 days of hire.
• CDA scholarships and reimbursements for continuing education.
• Discounted childcare.