Teacher

Summary

This position is responsible for working to provide the children with an enriched and stimulating environment that is well arranged, inviting and orderly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with co-teachers in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Assumes responsibility of the classroom.
• Assists with the preparation and cleans-up of food during mealtimes.
• Sits with children and practice family style eating with all children.
• Supports the Supervisor in maintaining a high-quality program that adheres to state licensing codes and NAEYC standards.
• Maintains a healthy and safe indoor and outdoor environment.
• Documents children's developmental growth with developmental portfolio which includes assessments, observations, and reports.
• Performs periodic parent conferences to discuss children's developmental growth, needs and concerns.
• Models positive behavior, attitude, appropriate caregiving and language for children and employees.
• Attends all classroom and center meetings, as well as training workshops.
• Changes diapers and clothing as needed.
• Performs daily classroom operations including setting up activities, transitions, and clean-up.
• Administers first aid to ill or injured children when necessary. If a true emergency occurs, call 911, and do the appropriate CPR and/or First Aid until the paramedics arrive.
• Models positive behavior, attitude, and language for children.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Working toward an AA, BA or MA in Early Childhood Development, Human Development or related field.
• 24 units in child development and 3 Infant/Toddler units (if working with infants and/or toddlers).
• CPR Infant & Child Certification.
• First Aid Certification.
• Must have current immunization shots: including MMR, Tdap, TB test, Influenza Shot or waiver.
• Must be up to date on all required training set forth by the Community Care Licensing division of the Department of Social Services.
• Internet Software; Word Processing Software (Word).
• Strong knowledge of child development theory and experience with current developmentally appropriate play-based child early childhood practices.
• 1-year experience working with children or 6 months working in an infant room if working with infants and/or toddlers.
• Experience in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate emergent curriculum for young children.
• Experience in documenting children's developmental growth with developmental portfolio which includes assessments, observations and reports.
• Knowledge of Community Care Licensing Title 22 and NAEYC criteria and regulations.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English in order to be understood by young children, parents, employees, and professionals affiliated with MWPCCC.
• Must be able to follow the hand-washing and diapering procedures set by MWPCCC.
• Demonstrate the interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees in a positive, effective, and professional manner.
• Ability to solve conflicts among children, parents, and employees in an effective and professional manner.
• Knowledge of conflict-resolution practices to mediate conflicts among all children.
• Must understand and have the ability to implement a responsive and attachment approach when working with infants and toddlers.
• Ability to understand and follow Center Director instructions at all times.

Skills

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Pay

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour