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
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Reinforce lessons presented by the Lead Teacher by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
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Teach simple drawing, painting, craft, and language skills (e.g. songs)
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Actively participate in recreational play and teaching activities
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Engage with children applying knowledge of childhood development, including learning behavior and physical, mental and emotional development
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Maintain open communication with parents/caregivers
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Observe and monitor children’s play and interactive activities
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Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toilet habits
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Assisting in preparing and serving children’s meals, snacks or beverages
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Attending to the hygienic needs of the children (including changing diapers)
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Maintain MSDE yearly COK clock hours
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Be at least 19 years of age
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Have a high school diploma or equivalent education
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90 clock hours or equivalent of approved early childhood coursework
EXPERIENCE:
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Have at least one (1) year of experience working with preschoolers in an approved setting
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Three (3) hours in ADA Compliance
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Nine (9) clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents and the public
* Have dependable transportation