The Nest at CRC: Teacher

Central Reform Congregation is a vibrant urban Jewish community dedicated to supporting one another in holy ways, pursuing justice and lifelong learning, and providing a shelter of peace.  

Job Summary

The Teacher prepares materials, monitors children, communicates with parents and reinforces materials and lessons covered in the classroom to facilitate student learning.  

Hours: The Center is open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. All staff will be assigned a schedule, but schedules may change as the needs of the program change.   

Responsibilities

• Manages the classroom providing instruction to co-leads or assistant teachers.  
• Creates and organizes classroom activities and lessons. 
• Assigns work and individual projects to the assistant.  
• Escorts students to other areas of the school such as the cafeteria, playground, gym, or other classrooms; monitors their behavior during recess and lunchtime. 
• Addresses any issues that arise between students. 
• Communicate with parents as needed. 
• Assists with student drop-off and pickup. 
• Cares for and attends to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and monitoring their activities and playtime.   
• Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.  
• Plans and teaches activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.   
• Encourages children’s emotional, social, and physical development, and positive self-concept.  
• Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.   
• Implements developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.   
• Teaches children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.   
• Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.   
• Maintains records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and medications administered.   
• Performs other related duties as assigned.   

Requirements and Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of classroom procedures and management.
• Ability to relate to children and reinforce lessons taught in class.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with other teachers and colleagues .
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Experience with multiple ages of children (0 to 4) or specific experience with a specific age group (0 to 4). 

Physical Requirements:

• Able to navigate all areas of the school quickly including indoor and outdoor areas.
• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or two years of college preferred. CDA or degree in early childhood education highly preferred or significant experience (minimum of two years) in an early childhood program
• Must complete any training required by the school including maintaining First Aid & CPR certification.