Funshine Early Learning Center Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Recreation Reports to: Funshine Coordinator Part-timeSupervises: None Non-Exempt/Non-Benefitted GENERAL PURPOSEThe Funshine Early Learning Teacher serves under the general supervision of the Funshine Early Learning Center Coordinator and works alongside classroom aides to provide a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for preschool-aged children. The teacher leads classroom activities, supervision, preparation, and the day-to-day needs of the Early Learning Center Program.We are currently hiring for our morning classes, Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9:00 AM–12:30 PM.__________________________________________________________________________________FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES Plan, develop, and conduct daily classroom activities.Supervise and interact with children in a positive and supportive manner.Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom.Support children's social, emotional, and educational development.Follow all safety and center policies.Teachers are required to attend any special events, activities, and all staff meetings MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  Education:Graduation from high school or equivalent required.Early Childhood Education coursework, or related experience preferred.  Experience:Experience working with preschool-aged children is preferred.  Skills/Abilities:Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to lift to 50 pounds when required.Good public relations skills and customer service skills.Be able to work with children and their families.Ability to work with all ages. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.Good public relations skills and customer service skills. This position may require use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have a good driving record. WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions may varyMost work will be in a classroom settingNo significantly hazardous conditions exist DISCLAIMERThe City of Pleasant Grove is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, or any other factor protected by the law. Reasonable accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities and duties performed on the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job-related duties and responsibilities that an employee may perform. An employee in this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This job description is not intended to and does not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.