Duties and responsibilitiesChildren · Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum with team members in the areas of language development/ early literacy skills, math skills, social emotional, science, creative expression and fostering independence· Monitor children and environment indoors and out for safety and appropriate interactions between children· Care for the children’s basic needs such as eating, sleeping/resting, diapering/toileting, dressing and basic hygiene· Provide for children’s emotional needs such as physical nurturing, problem solving, fostering autonomy, respecting children’s feelings, providing positive communication, facilitating peer interaction and aiding in the development of appropriate social skills. Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment· Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time (Teaching staff); twisting, bending, pushing, pulling, holding and lifting up to 40 lbs.· Ability to hear normal speech, hear and talk to exchange information in person and telephone· Ability to think and work effectively under pressure; Ability to effectively serve participants; decision making, maintain a concentrated level of attention to information communicate in person and by telephone throughout a typical workday; ability to understand and retain instructions from supervisor in person, by email or by telephone; attention to detail.