Toddler Lead teacher
SPANISH FOR FUN! · Clayton, NC · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time
Core Competencies
- Collaborative Teamwork: Effectively collaborates with colleagues, fostering a positive and participatory work environment.
- Positive Communication: Encourages respectful and constructive dialogue with students, families, and coworkers to promote understanding and mutual support.
- Customer Focus: Responds to the needs of children and families, always seeking to provide the best educational experience.
- Planning: Strategically organizes educational activities and resources to achieve learning objectives.
- Climate Agent: Creates and maintains an inclusive, respectful classroom environment where all children and adults feel valued.
- Interpersonal Sensitivity: Recognizes and responds empathetically to the emotional needs of children and adults in the school setting.
- Political Sensitivity: Maintains a diplomatic and professional attitude in situations requiring discretion and tact.
- Respect: Models and promotes respect for all individuals in and outside the classroom, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration.
Education and Experience Requirements
- HS Degree + NC Early Childhood Credentials (with at least 18 EC Ed credits) or a Bachelor's degree in Education or Psychology.
- AA/AAS in Early Childhood Development or Child Development.
- Bilingual (Spanish and English).
- Minimum of 2 years of verifiable experience in early childhood education.
- CPR and First Aid Certification.
- DHHS Criminal Background Check.
- SID certification
Required Skills
- Proficiency & Language Growth: Communicates clearly and effectively in English and demonstrates a willingness to learn and use Spanish in daily interactions.
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
- Self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Creative and effective problem-solving.
- Ability to foster teamwork and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and families.
- Physical Agility: Ability to move easily within the classroom, including kneeling, crouching, crawling, running, and jumping to engage with children at their level.
- Active Physical Interaction: Ability to physically get down to a child’s level by sitting on the floor or kneeling, promoting closeness and trust.
- Movement Adaptability: Ability to respond quickly and accurately when needed to ensure children’s safety, such as assisting them during play or in risky situations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Educational Planning and Documentation: Plans and documents all learning activities following SPANISH FOR FUN! (SFF!) guidelines, ensuring alignment with established school policies and procedures.
- Classroom Attendance and Daily Management: Ensures student attendance records are up to date and collaborates with team members in managing daily classroom activities in compliance with DCDEE and SFF! regulations.
- Participation in School Meetings and Events: Actively attends and contributes to planning meetings, school events, and parent conferences, ensuring compliance with SFF! policies and DCDEE guidelines at all times.
- Promoting Classroom Safety and Sanitation: Ensures compliance with all health and safety regulations set by SFF! and DCDEE, maintaining a safe and age-appropriate classroom environment and materials.