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Toddler Teacher
| Company: | Especially For Children Company Profile | Current Opportunities (4) |
| Job Location(s): | Eden Prairie, Edina, Edinborough Plaza |
| Employment Term: | Regular |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Start Date: | Immediate |
| Starting Salary Range: | Not Provided |
| Required Education: | Open |
| Required Experience: | Open |
| Related Categories: | Personal Care and Service, Education - Preschool, Childcare/Daycare/Nannies |
Position Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Documentation of education and training in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or an equivalent field, as required by licensing and Especially For Children.
Documentation of current First Aid Certificate within 90 days of employment and keep certification current thereafter.
Provide documentation of CPR training and keep current thereafter, if required by EFC for your position.
Demonstrate the following personal characteristics that facilitate effective teacher performance and human interaction, providing for continued individual and professional growth: self-motivation, self-direction, creativity, flexibility, dependability, the ability to follow and remember directions, and make good judgments.
- Display a positive attitude toward work and children.
- Understand child development and have the ability to foster physical, mental, and emotional growth and socialization skills in children.
Be able to design and carry out planned learning experiences which will encourage maximum personal growth for each child in the group.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
1) Treat each child with dignity, respect and affection.
2) Prepare a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, appealing, and permits the children to grow and explore.
3) Plan and implement a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group, through developmentally appropriate practices, in accordance with the policies and philosophy of EFC.
4) Write objectives for the group.
5) Assume responsibility in conjunction with co-workers for preparing and posting weekly lesson plans and submitting a copy to the director.
6) Post all curriculum information for parents.
7) Interact with the children and encourage their involvement in group activities.
8) Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special needs, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
9) Plan and supervise class outings/field trips when age-appropriate. 10) Observe, record and report significant individual and/or group behavior/illness and keep co-workers and the director informed.
11) Understand and appropriately implement the duties of a mandated child maltreatment reporter.
12) Be responsible for seeing that children's daily notes are completed.
13) Keep accurate records of children's attendance and progress including written comments on each child's development.
14) Continually evaluate each child's progress, and communicate these professional observations to the appropriate teammates and to the child's parents through participation in formal parent conferences offered at least twice a year.
15) Establish and maintain good communication with parents through verbal contact on a daily basis, written notes and/or phone conversations when appropriate, and wearing a nametag. Sensitive issues should be discussed with the director before approaching the parent/s.
16) Be responsible for actively supervising and insuring the safety and well being of the children at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Be alert to the needs and /or problems of the children as individuals and as a group.
17) Know how many children are in the group and where they are at all times. Never leave a child or group of children unattended. (See Rule 3 definition of supervision)
18) Supervise, assist and participate in all daily routines:
Arrival - warmly greet each child and help involve him/her in the day's activities.
Meals - serve, sit and eat with the children, (family style when possible), while facilitating a pleasant mealtime atmosphere with the group.
Dressing - assist children and instruct in self-help techniques.
Nap Room - maintain restful atmosphere, rub backs, provide soothing presence.
Project/Activity Set-Up - gather materials, mix paints, cut stencils, etc.
Toileting - supervise bathrooms, assist in dressing, wiping, changing, hand washing, etc.
Music/Group Times - sing, dance, respond and participate with the children.
Outdoors - bring appropriate outdoor gear and be able to play with the children.
Transitions - follow the appropriate transition activity while supervising the movement of all the children.
Clean Up - teach and encourage children during clean-up time by actively working beside them, demonstrating how to pick up and where to place items.
Departure - say good-bye to each child. Let him/her know you are looking forward to his/her return.
19) Serve as knowledgeable resource for other staff.
20) Continually train and supervise the activities of assistants, aides, substitutes and new co-workers assigned to the group, helping them to relate to and supervise the children.
21) Model appropriate positive behavior guidance techniques and train other staff so that discipline is consistent.
22) Work together with all center staff to solve problems, achieve goals and respectfully communicate her/his needs.
23) Be responsible for educational resource materials, equipment, classroom atmosphere and initiating communication with the director regarding center needs and concerns.
24) Be responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of assigned room or area. This may include: vacuuming, mopping, sink/bathroom cleaning, room clutter clean up, etc.
25) Share responsibility with other staff members for the general maintenance and cleanliness of entire building and grounds under direction and supervision of the director. (See the EFC Facilities Policies n the Employee Manual)
26) Be flexible to the staffing needs of the entire center, not just a specific group, 9and understand that hours are subject to change due to fluctuating enrollment and the needs of the center.
- Display a positive attitude toward work and children.
- Understand child development and have the ability to foster physical, mental, and emotional growth and socialization skills in children.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
1) Treat each child with dignity, respect and affection.
2) Prepare a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, appealing, and permits the children to grow and explore.
3) Plan and implement a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group, through developmentally appropriate practices, in accordance with the policies and philosophy of EFC.
4) Write objectives for the group.
5) Assume responsibility in conjunction with co-workers for preparing and posting weekly lesson plans and submitting a copy to the director.
6) Post all curriculum information for parents.
7) Interact with the children and encourage their involvement in group activities.
8) Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special needs, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
9) Plan and supervise class outings/field trips when age-appropriate. 10) Observe, record and report significant individual and/or group behavior/illness and keep co-workers and the director informed.
11) Understand and appropriately implement the duties of a mandated child maltreatment reporter.
12) Be responsible for seeing that children's daily notes are completed.
13) Keep accurate records of children's attendance and progress including written comments on each child's development.
14) Continually evaluate each child's progress, and communicate these professional observations to the appropriate teammates and to the child's parents through participation in formal parent conferences offered at least twice a year.
15) Establish and maintain good communication with parents through verbal contact on a daily basis, written notes and/or phone conversations when appropriate, and wearing a nametag. Sensitive issues should be discussed with the director before approaching the parent/s.
16) Be responsible for actively supervising and insuring the safety and well being of the children at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Be alert to the needs and /or problems of the children as individuals and as a group.
17) Know how many children are in the group and where they are at all times. Never leave a child or group of children unattended. (See Rule 3 definition of supervision)
18) Supervise, assist and participate in all daily routines:
Arrival - warmly greet each child and help involve him/her in the day's activities.
Meals - serve, sit and eat with the children, (family style when possible), while facilitating a pleasant mealtime atmosphere with the group.
Dressing - assist children and instruct in self-help techniques.
Nap Room - maintain restful atmosphere, rub backs, provide soothing presence.
Project/Activity Set-Up - gather materials, mix paints, cut stencils, etc.
Toileting - supervise bathrooms, assist in dressing, wiping, changing, hand washing, etc.
Music/Group Times - sing, dance, respond and participate with the children.
Outdoors - bring appropriate outdoor gear and be able to play with the children.
Transitions - follow the appropriate transition activity while supervising the movement of all the children.
Clean Up - teach and encourage children during clean-up time by actively working beside them, demonstrating how to pick up and where to place items.
Departure - say good-bye to each child. Let him/her know you are looking forward to his/her return.
19) Serve as knowledgeable resource for other staff.
20) Continually train and supervise the activities of assistants, aides, substitutes and new co-workers assigned to the group, helping them to relate to and supervise the children.
21) Model appropriate positive behavior guidance techniques and train other staff so that discipline is consistent.
22) Work together with all center staff to solve problems, achieve goals and respectfully communicate her/his needs.
23) Be responsible for educational resource materials, equipment, classroom atmosphere and initiating communication with the director regarding center needs and concerns.
24) Be responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of assigned room or area. This may include: vacuuming, mopping, sink/bathroom cleaning, room clutter clean up, etc.
25) Share responsibility with other staff members for the general maintenance and cleanliness of entire building and grounds under direction and supervision of the director. (See the EFC Facilities Policies n the Employee Manual)
26) Be flexible to the staffing needs of the entire center, not just a specific group, 9and understand that hours are subject to change due to fluctuating enrollment and the needs of the center.
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