Teacher, Part Time – Littlest Learners Child Development Center

Department: Child Development Center, Littlest Learners – Part-time, non-exempt position.

About the role

Responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for preschool-age children in a team environment. Reports to the Director/Teacher, Littlest Learners Child Development Center.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans using Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and MSDE guidelines
• Work as a collaborative team member with center staff, college faculty, and parents
• Promote the philosophy of Littlest Learners Child Development Center
• Effectively utilize resources to enrich the learning environment
• Modify lessons to individualize learning for each child and provide an inclusive environment
• Utilize a variety of curricular teaching methods including nature and arts-based, as well as mandated Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) curriculum
• Adhere to all safety procedures as outlined by MSDE Office of Child Care Licensing
• Observe and evaluate children to document areas of growth and areas of need
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences
• Work collaboratively with the college Education faculty in promoting the Lab School Model in Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes
• Serve as a mentor for teaching aides and college interns
• Assist with the MSDE and NAEYC Accreditation process
• Assist Center Director with administrative tasks including scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and program evaluation as needed
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Maintain daily written plans and organized paperwork
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 90 clock hours of Early Childhood Education plus 9 hours communication
• Minimum 19 years of age
• Must meet MSDE OCC requirements for Teacher in a Preschool Child Care Center
• Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive
• Thorough knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
• Currently holds a Maryland Child Care Credential Certificate or is willing to become certified
• Familiar with MSDE Office of Child Care licensing procedures
• Willingness to develop and follow a Professional Development Plan as required by MSDE and participate in continued training as required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport with children, families, and students; including skills in conflict resolution and redirection
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to network with community linkages and early childhood program partners
• Ability to take initiative and assist when needed for the benefit of the center
• Computer literate and able to use small office equipment (i.e., copier, phone, etc.)
• Flexibility and willingness to grow and learn as a teacher
• Successfully complete a criminal background check

Qualifications

• Associate Degree preferred
• One year’s experience in an early childhood setting

Physical Demands

• Sedentary, light, and medium physical work which may require exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. on occasion
• Balancing, crawling, kneeling, stooping
• Must be able to hear, talk, and communicate to exchange information
• Visual acuity – ability to perceive or detect surroundings
• Mental acuity – able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
• Able to stand, sit, and walk to move or traverse from one area to another

Work Environment

Child development center; constant interaction with preschool-age children; dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to needs.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $17.02 (Grade 4 on the College’s Auxiliary/Child Development Center, Littlest Learners pay scale).