Flex Teacher

Job Title: Flex Teacher (A flexible, energetic person to assist in all classrooms Infants through Pre-k.)

Qualifications 

Professional: 

Minimum of a High School diploma or GED 

CDA or Child Development coursework preferred

Current Infant/Child/Adult CPR & First Aid

Basic computer navigation skills

Child care classroom experience preferred
 

Personal:

Be at least 18 years old and posses a state identification card or drivers license.

Relate sensitively to people of all ages and varied backgrounds

Demonstrate knowledge of child development

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with parents and co-workers

Use supervision constructively and to work as a member of a team

Interested in upgrading qualifications through professional development

Physically:

Perform physical tasks including but not limited to: mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, sanitizing materials, changing diapers

Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds

Able to safely carry classroom cots and children under care as necessary

Able to move furniture as needed

Able to stand and sit on the floor for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in that the classroom meets licensing, safety, and health requirements.  This includes but is not limited to maintaining classroom, materials and equipment in a clean and safe condition. 

• Attend to children’s basic needs (assisting with bathroom accidents, runny noses, etc.) and provide for the children’s physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth.

• Assist the Lead Teachers in conducting a developmentally appropriate program of educational activities in accordance with the school philosophy and curriculum.

• Follow posted daily schedule.

• Carry out posted lesson plans.

• Perform duties such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sanitizing materials, and cleaning restrooms daily.

• Communicate effectively, positively and with the appropriate professional speech and annunciation patterns when speaking with adults.

• Model appropriate behavior and speech patterns at all times for children to imitate.

• Ensure that each child feels welcome. Greet each parent and child upon entering or leaving for the day.