Preschool Daycare Teacher

Overview

Shape Young Lives and Build a Bright Future!

Are you ready to inspire and nurture the next generation? Join our team as a Daycare Teacher , where you’ll collaborate with a dynamic Early Childhood Special Educati on team to design and implement play-based instruction for children, fostering growth, learning, and positive self-esteem. This opportunity is within a n inclusive special education classroom , ensuring each child gets the attention they deserve.

Position Details:

• Full-time:40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, following our daycare calendar.

• Competitive rate of pay:$18.75 per hour.

• Racker offers benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and co-plan under the lead of the Special Education Teacher and in collaboration with other Daycare Teachers using assigned curriculum .

• Provide high quality care and instruction to all students through fun age and developmentally appropriate activities.

• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

• Actively participate in team meetings, sharing educational insights and problem-solving collaboratively.

• Maintain open communication with families, keeping them informed and supported.

• Collaborate with the team to utilize diverse techniques and perspectives in program design.

• Keep accurate records of children’s progress and attendance, and prepare reports for parent conferences.

• Attend required training sessions, ensuring compliance with OCFS regulations and program requirements.

• And other duties as assigned.

• Bring your creativity, energy, and passion!

Qualifications

Education (one of the following):

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, or related field OR

• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and 1 year related experience,OR

• 9 College credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field with a plan of study to get to CDA

Physical Capability

• Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions directly impact the growth and happiness of children and their families. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful difference every day.

Take the Next Step!

If you’re passionate about working with children and want to be part of a collaborative, caring team, apply today and help us build a brighter future for every child!

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Job LocationsUS-NY-Cortland

Category Early Childhood

Total Hours 40