JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall classroom management, leading a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Implement the curriculum via developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Serve as a role model to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
• Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice.
• Attends family engagement events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 9 months of supervised work experience or practicum
• 3 credits in Child Growth and Development, Birth - Eight Years
• Experience with Teaching Strategies Gold preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with teachers, children, parents and other childcare workers.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Must participate in required hours per year of training through workshops, courses, conferences, and all in-service training relating to early childhood education.
• Submit and pass background check.
• Obtain certification in CPR and First-Aid within 6 months of employment; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary.