What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDC Lead Teacher (Certified) position at King's Daughters?
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JOB SUMMARY
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The CDC Lead Teacher will serve as a leader in the classroom, directing Teaching Assistants in specific assignments and daily responsibilities. Responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times, being alert for the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group. The Lead Teacher will be familiar with and follow all CDC policies and lead Assistant Teachers though the daily curriculum.
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DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Overall performance rating of below indicated essential job duties:
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Responsible for the daily planning and execution of all classroom activities as well as outdoor play and time in the gym.
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Coordinate room decoration with seasonal/theme related bulletin boards, photographs, children's art work and other appropriate displays.
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Aware of State and local health department regulated polices and maintains compliance in the classroom as well as supports other areas of the CDC.
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Assists Housekeeping by cleaning classroom counters, cabinets, tables/chairs. Sweeps and mops classroom as needed. Disinfects toys and learning resources in the classroom.
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Handle discipline appropriately and promptly and in accordance with stated policy on discipline. Informs leadership of classroom concerns regarding children, families or team members.
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Maintains communication with parents. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations.
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Report to Site Director or Administrative Director any cases of suspect child abuse or neglect. Contacts appropriate agencies as outlined in policy.
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Serves as a role model in maintaining confidentiality regarding children, families and other team members
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Complete continuting education requirements as required.
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EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum requirement:
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High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
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CPR and First Aid certified annually
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Current state criminal record check on file
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Child Development Associate credential; or associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education; or completion of either within 12-months
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Preferred qualifications:
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Previous professional child care or teaching experience
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WORKING ENVIRONMENT
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This job operates in a professional classroom environment routinely using standard office equipment such as computers.
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Occasionally work in outside in mild weather conditions
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The noise level in this position is usually low to moderate.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting).
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Frequently required to walk and move about.
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Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment.
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Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices.
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Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.
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Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds.
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Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
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Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
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