Job description
In Early Childhood, the teacher is responsible for creating an environment that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth of the participants in their assigned classes. She/he should serve as a team member in developing creative lesson plans and implementing them in their classrooms. The teacher must work in cooperation with co-teachers, site staff, the site leader, and all other personnel of the Caterpillar Corner childcare.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
- High School diploma required with college experience in early childhood or related field.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential required.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood development or other child related field preferred.
- CPR Certified, or the willingness to obtain certification within the first six months of job
- Complete a Tuberculosis test, Covid-19 test, and physical and provide a physician’s documentation.
- Submit to various background checks including those completed through the Department of Human Services and the Michigan State Police Department
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and child development philosophies and practices.
- Knowledge of safety requirements pertaining to young children.
- Knowledge of innovative lesson planning for children between ages of 2-4 years.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Arrive to work, meetings, and trainings promptly.
- Display professionalism in punctuality, mannerisms, and attire.
- Develop, present, and evaluate appropriate lesson plans.
- Supervise all classroom and daily routine activities.
- Assist co-teacher in all daily preparation work and clean up of rooms.
- Complete site lesson plan prep work on a rotating basis.
- Attend and contributes to monthly lesson plan meetings.
- Submit supply requests and work orders to Site Leader in a timely fashion.
- Establish and maintains a positive working relationship with parents and other staff members.
- Establish a nurturing relationship with the children in addition to serving as a positive role model.
- Treat children in a positive manner that encourages individuality and positive self-esteem.
- Responsible for completing designated preschool housekeeping duties.
- Acquire a minimum of 24 hours of professional development training in one calendar year
- Maintain CPR/First Aid certification on a bi-yearly basis.
- Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the CCLC program.
- Work as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location