What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Teacher position at Lily Pad Learning Center?
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Daycare Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in nurturing and educating young children in a safe and engaging environment. This position requires a strong understanding of childhood development, effective behavior management skills, and the ability to create a stimulating classroom atmosphere that promotes learning and growth.
Duties
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all children feel valued and supported.
- Monitor and assess children's progress, providing feedback to parents and guardians as needed.
- Engage children in educational activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, using positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good conduct.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom space that meets health and safety regulations.
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development and any concerns that may arise.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Qualifications
- Experience in childcare settings is preferred; experience as a nanny is also valuable.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices is essential.
- Strong behavior management skills to effectively guide children's behavior in the classroom.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR is highly desirable.
- Ability to create engaging educational activities tailored to the needs of infants through preschool-aged children.
- A genuine passion for educating young children and fostering their growth in a supportive environment.
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young learners!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No nights
Work Location: In person
