1-2 year old educator

What You'll Do

General Responsibilities

The duties of the Educator include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Is responsible for the day-to-day operations of his/her classroom and for following the guidelines of the overall program.
• Assumes responsibility for knowing and following safety rules and proper procedures associated with the job; and,  supervises and ensures the safety and well-being of the children at all times.
• Plans, implements and directs classroom activities which assist children in the development of age-appropriate skills, interests, and abilities.
• Utilizes active teaching strategies which incorporate problem solving, critical thinking,  “leading edge” techniques and technology strategies, etc.
• Adapts and modifies curriculum/instruction based on individual needs of children.
• Prepares a monthly calendar for planning purposes and for distribution to parents; includes a brief overview of themes and events for the month.  (Seeks approval from director before distributing.)
• Reflects excellent organizational skills throughout all facets of the program.
• Supervises activities such as field trips, group discussions, and classroom activities to stimulate children’s interests and broaden their understanding of their physical and social environment.
• Maintains effective, positive, and developmentally-appropriate student management techniques in all settings.
• Supervises/leads/trains all personnel working within the classroom; Teacher Assistants/volunteers, etc.
• Collects student work samples throughout the year and uses them as a portfolio for conferences.
• Develops and maintains positive lines of communication with parents, including systematic methods and two-way options.
• Conducts parent-teacher conferences at least twice a year (flexible times); advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to employee, student, parent(s) information;
• Maintains an organized, attractive classroom that is inviting, bright, colorful, and interesting; displays student work effectively.
• Keeps the classroom, closets, storage areas and bathrooms clean, neat, and tidy.
• Sanitizes toys and equipment daily.
• Responds to emergency situations and safety concerns as necessary and directs appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Accurately maintains/prepares, in a timely manner, all student records/reports/data required by the licensure, program and Board requirements.
• Is prompt and regular in attendance.
• Works closely with other lead teachers, assistant teachers, other staff, and parents to ensure a safe, loving, Christian environment for all children in the program.
• Participates in the required number of hours of annual in-service training in child development, early childhood education, health/safety or related field.
• Dresses appropriately for working professionally and safely with young children.
• Maintains a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Medical Requirements

• DHS Childcare Provider Medical Report signed by physician
• ability to lift 40 lbs.
• agility to move quickly and keep up with toddlers

Additional Requirements

• flexible with scheduling
• able and willing to work with all children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
• complete fingerprinting for background check
• maintain current CPR/First Aid certification (expenses covered)
• maintain current Professional Development hours required by DHS

Nice to Have

Qualifications

Meets at least one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Current CDA or Associate degree in related field
• 4 years experience in an Early Childhood Education program

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule