Asst Group family daycare teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

CPR FIRST AID

CDA

• Holiday Pay

  CDA

  Early Childhood training

  Sick Time

  Vacation Time

Step with Purpose is a Group Family Daycare proudly serving our community since 2005. We provide care for children ages 6 months to 13 years old , Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM . Our program focuses on high-quality care, offering three hot meals daily to ensure your child is nourished and ready to learn.

We are affiliated with Quality Stars and committed to excellence in early childhood education. Our Director brings over 26 years of experience and a true passion for nurturing and educating children.

Our school is play-based and centered around the Creative Curriculum , which emphasizes the importance of play as a fundamental part of learning. This evidence-based approach integrates exploration, investigation, and intentional teaching to develop key skills in areas such as:

• Social-emotional development
• Language and literacy
• Math and science concepts
• Creative expression
• Problem-solving and critical thinking

Through the Creative Curriculum , we encourage children to follow their natural curiosity and build confidence as they explore the world around them. Our activities are tailored to children’s developmental stages, fostering a love of learning while laying a strong foundation for future success.

We believe that play is the heart of learning. Play-based learning nurtures creativity, strengthens social skills, and supports physical and cognitive development in an engaging and enjoyable way. Whether it's through imaginative role play, building with blocks, exploring nature, or creating art, children at Step with Purpose are immersed in meaningful learning experiences every day.

Our program also includes:

• Outdoor play to foster physical development and exploration
• Fun-filled activities to spark creativity
• Exciting field trips to enrich learning
• Library visits to promote a love of reading.

At Step with Purpose, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive . We partner with families to nurture each child’s unique potential, creating a strong foundation for lifelong success.