Child Care Teacher - Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing skilled childcare to children who enroll at Kids Care Plus. The Teacher will implement daily activities that promote learning, independence, and social interactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide skilled childcare to toddlers and children age two through twelve years
Reinforce lessons presented by the Lead Teacher by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
Teach simple drawing, painting, craft, and language skills (e.g. songs)
Actively participate in recreational play and teaching activities
Engage with children applying knowledge of childhood development, including learning behavior and physical, mental and emotional development
Maintain open communication with parents/caregivers
Observe and monitor children’s play and interactive activities
Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toilet habits
Assisting in preparing and serving children’s meals, snacks or beverages
Attending to the hygienic needs of the children (including changing diapers)
Maintain MSDE yearly COK clock hours
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Be at least 19 years of age
Have a high school diploma or equivalent education
90 clock hours or equivalent of approved early childhood coursework
EXPERIENCE:
Have at least one (1) year of experience working with preschoolers in an approved setting
Three (3) hours in ADA Compliance
Nine (9) clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents and the public
- Have dependable transportation