What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher (Full-time / Part-time) position at True-Lite Learning Center?
Teacher (Full-time / Part-time)
Job Summary
Alongside a co-teacher, your duties are assist / lead in the daily management and supervision of the classroom and children.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Education and Curriculum
· Assist in implementing curriculum activities and lesson plans. Follows program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks, and special activities.
· Uses positive guidance techniques consistent with state licensing regulations; counsel’s children with social, academic or adjustment problems arise.
· Keeps accurate and current records of each child’s developmental milestones, students’ accidents, anecdotal notes, and attendance.
· Under the direction of the lead teacher, helps to establish developmentally appropriate room arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the classroom, consistent with the program’s philosophy and goals.
· Provides daily written communication to parents of infants, toddlers, and two-year-old’s as well as updating kid reports. For other age groups, ensures that daily list of activities is posted for parents. Assists in maintaining classroom bulletin boards.
· Has working knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards as they pertain to center operations.
Interactions with parents, Staff and Supervisor
· Interacts professionally with current and prospective families.
· Maintains appropriate primary caregiver groups.
· Observes, records, and reports to lead teacher any needed repairs to the building, play area, equipment, or toys throughout the facility. Ensures that children are not exposed to equipment o situations that could affect their health and safety.
· Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled staff is not available, such as taking full responsibility of the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher. May write, submit, and implement a lesson plan. May also answer phones, cook, clean, and organize as needs of the program dictate.
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with students and staff
- Proven classroom experience, demonstrating ability to manage and engage children
- Background in childcare or early childhood education
- Familiarity with behavior management techniques
- Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with special needs
- Knowledge of curriculum development and lesson planning
*All staff is cross trained in each area of the center.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 39 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Midland, TX 79705 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Midland, TX 79705: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15