After School Teacher- 2:30-6:00

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Welcome to Building Kidz! We are looking for a friendly, loving, trustworthy, fun Afterschool Teacher! We pride ourselves on our communication with staff and parents. If you are looking for a family feel, we could be the perfect place for you! Thank you for your time, I look forward to meeting you
General Responsibilities:

• Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs; provides customer service and builds trust
• Comply with BK and all governmental regulations regarding the care of children
• Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter
• Keep the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of the children
• Arrive to the workplace regularly and on time, follows appropriate call in procedures and is dependable overall
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to BK and other licensing or regulation requirements
• Assist and accept responsibilities in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available
• Use time wisely and take initiative when appropriate
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, Teacher -in- Service Training Days, center events, and parent/customer meetings as required
• Adhere to and act in line with company mission and values at all times
• Provide appropriate role modeling to fellow staff members
• Greet parents at drop off and pick up, as applicable
• Be a supportive and contributing member of the team
• Demonstrate knowledge of BK’s philosophy and curriculum expectations
• Maintain accreditation standards and licensing regulations at all times
• Consistently demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
• Follow the dress code as stated in the Employee Manual

Job Knowledge/Skills:

• Practical knowledge of early childhood care and education
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Implement effective customer service for children and families
• Understanding of BK policies and governmental regulations regarding the care of children
• Ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum

Program Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and implementing curriculum and program materials consistently and appropriately
• Assist with planning a schedule that incorporates a balance of indoor/outdoor, quiet/active, individual/group and initiated/staff initiated activities
• Maintain positive learning environments
• Administer medications to as needed, within perimeters of BK’s policy
• Seeks assistance and support when necessary and provides assistance and support when necessary
• Proactive in implementing best practices to the program
• Engage in professional development
• Participate in impromptu and scheduled safety drills

Classroom Responsibilities:

• Insure that classroom is safe at all times; conducting appropriate safety checks when needed
• Maintain and insure appropriate head count at all times
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and seeks additional responsibility when appropriate
• Insure that classroom set up allows for ease of supervision and makes appropriate changes when necessary
• Perform appropriate housekeeping activities that will insure health and safety to children (ex: wiping spills, clearing debris, maintaining a neat environment, etc.)
• Wipe faces and noses to keep a hygienic environment

Team and Family Interactions:

• Approach issues and problems through teamwork and collaborative efforts
• Address conflict in a fair, equitable and diplomatic manner
• Share ideas and information; research appropriate information
• Emphasize the positive, communicate concerns in a timely fashion
• Viewed as a team player and act as a role model to team members
• Genuinely cares about and relates to all kinds of people constructively
• May be called upon for off-site activities related to team building with co-workers

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in the center environment. Centers are dynamic with a high level of activity. Work may also be performed in the community on field trips.

• Must be able to lift up 30 lbs. and stand for up to 95% of the day
• Assume posture at low levels, stoop, sit on floor and bend down numerous times per day
• Agility to move from seated to standing position quickly
• Can perform all duties both indoors and outdoors
• Possess acceptable hearing and vision capabilities in order to monitor wellbeing of children
• Work hours may vary to accommodate needs of families