Creative Childcare Teacher w/ BENEFITS

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Classroom Teacher- Infant, Young Toddler, Toddler, Preschool - seeking creative, passionate, driven professionals to be lead learners in our learning programs.

Essential Functions

-Full-time

-CDL-preferred and wage compensation for CDL

-Expected to implement curriculum within the established guidelines.

-Design and implement daily lesson/activity plans from the approved curriculum.

-Engage, develop and ensure the safety of the children.

-Oversee and lead all activities in the classroom.

-Conduct family conferences and maintain communication with families.

-Maintain program site and equipment.

-Onboard, train, develop, and provide work direction to team members.

-Provide work direction to team members while on duty and assist in training.

-Assist with annual performance reviews and applicant interviews within the childcare program. ----May support the Asst. Director/Program Director in providing daily leadership and communication to team members and families.

-Maintain required program records and children's files.

-Maintain licensing/NAEYC accreditation requirements.

-Maintain Iowa Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks.

-Attend monthly team member meetings.

-Attend all required professional development days.

-Collaborate with all classroom leads and attend PLC meetings.

-Maintain professional online presence.

Functional REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications - Required

-Early childhood classroom experience required

-Minimum 18 years of age.

-Adult and child CPR, First Aid Certifications, Universal Precautions, and Essentials Training within 30 days of hire.

-Commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.

-Ability to plan, organize and implement program activities.

-Excellent skills in teaching, communication, and human relations.

-Ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications - Preferred

-Meet Iowa CDA Teacher qualifications, including yearly in service requirements. Willing to obtain certification

-Meet NAEYC accreditation requirements

-AA Degree in Early Childhood Education

-Knowledge in HighScope curriculum, Reggio Emilia approach philosophy and Responsive Classroom.

Work Conditions

-Preform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.

-Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.

-May provide children with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, and getting in or out of transportation.

Benefits Offered

-Business banking perks and savings

-Company paid life insurance policy

-Competitive compensation

-Professional development stipend

-Paid vacation and holidays

-Direct deposit payroll

Job Type: Full-time