Sunshine Academy Preschool Teacher/Sub

Job Title

Under general supervision of the Youth Enrichment Supervisor, assists in planning, organizing, coordinating, and implementing the instructional and non-instructional services and activities provided under the City's state licensed preschool programs; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

Essential functions are those functions that the individual who holds the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.

1. Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.
2. Organize, oversee, and conduct daily planning and supervision of all activities.
3. Provides classroom instruction.
4. Works with students individually and in small groups to assist with the learning of skills introduced in class while adhering to all related City and department policies and procedures, federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations and licensing requirements.
5. Establishes routines and provides guidance, communicates observations regularly with the pre-school and/or Recreation Supervisor Administrator and parents/guardians.
6. Support special facilities and other recreational programs; assist guests and patrons, enforce rules, provide customer service, ensure programs are delivered in a safe and secure manner.
7. Oversees all day-to-day on-site functions during program operation; maintain quality assurance through compliance to rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
8. Responsible for the implementation and management of participant attendance and payment by working in conjunction with the Department. Provide customer service and general information, and resolve problems and customer service inquiries within scope authority.
9. Before releasing the child from the program, asks parents for proper government-issued picture ID and ensures they are on the Participant Information form before releasing the child.
10. Ensure every child is signed in/out by an adult listed on the Participant Information form.
11. Assists with administrative work and recordkeeping; prepares instructional materials, displays, bulletin bords, and other non-instructional tasks as assigned.
12. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
13. Arranges furniture and equipment for various learning activities and experiences, maintains the orderly arrangement of materials and equipment within the classroom.
14. Provide excellent customer care by guiding participants in activities and maintaining a safe, clean, and friendly environment.
15. Maintain effective communication and work relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and patrons using proper verbal and non-verbal communication skills (body language, facial expressions, vocal tone, eye contact, and choice of words.)
16. Implement parent handbook and behavioral guidelines; use and maintain proper documentation of behavior reports.
17. Responds to written correspondence, i.e. memos, availabilities and emails, by date requested.
18. Participates in required in-service workshops and programs and attends meetings as required.
19. Delegate authority in a positive and professional manner.
20. Exhibit positive leadership skills and professional attitude at all times.
21. Follow through with Staff Code of Conduct, participation, dress code, and safety regulations with enthusiasm and professionalism.
22. Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times.
23. Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.

Other Job Functions

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The degree of knowledge and ability as outlined under this section is that which is necessary to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of this position. Knowledge of, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures, federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and licensing requirements.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgement within established procedural guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use proper verbal and non-verbal communication skills (body language, facial expressions, vocal tone, eye contact, and choice of words.)
• Exhibit a positive and professional attitude at all times.
• Ability to collect data, prepare special reports, and effectively present statical information.
• Evaluate and interpret program results and performance outcome measures.
• Develop and manage budgets.
• Set priorities and goals.
• Plan, assign, train and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to recognize, avoid, report, and resolve unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, injuries, complaints, special requests, safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities within scope of authority.

Experience, Education, and Training: Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.

• Education: Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience working in a childcare center or licensed preschool.
• Note: An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
• American Red Cross Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation/First Aid and AED Certifications.
• Signs & Symptoms of illness.
• Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Recognizing & reporting child abuse & neglect.
• Other state required classes.

License or Certificate:

• Must possess, at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment, a valid Nevada or "border state" Class "C" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, the following certifications within three (3) months of hire:

1. American Red Cross Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
2. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) OR equivalent.

• All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by state and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and potentially maintained at the incumbent's expense.

Special Requirement: Per NAC 432A.300, applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of application.

Competencies

Communicativeness – Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Composure – Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.

Customer Service – Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs.

Drive/Energy – Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today's organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.

Functional/Technical – Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for organization.

Integrity – Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

Initiative – Effective performers are proactive and take action without being prompted. They don't wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it.

Learning Agility – Effective performers continuously seek new knowledge. They are curious and want to know "why?" They learn quickly and use new information effectively. They create and foster a culture of interest, curiosity, and learning.

Positive Impact – Effective performers make positive impressions on those around them. They are personable. Self-confident, and generally likable. They are optimistic and enthusiastic about what they do, and their excitement is contagious. They energize those around them.

Problem Solving/Decision Making – Effective