Primary Responsibilities:
- Teachers are responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
- Observes all rules and regulations at Just Children Child Care Centers and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
- Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
- Implements lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Just Children Child Care Centers curriculum and programming.
- Plan and implement parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
- Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
- Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
- Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
- Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Just Children Child Care Centers Employee Handbook
Desired skills and experience:
- Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
- Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
- Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
- Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
- Infant - Preschool Teachers: CDA , 2 year degree in early childhood , and 4 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred with 30 ECE credits
- Current Clearances, Current Health Physical, and Knowledge of Keystone Stars is a must.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person