The Teacher at Little Star Early Childhood Center will be responsible for developing and implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child enrolled in our Early Childhood Center facilities.
Requirements
- Meet regularly with other Assistant Teacher(s) and Aides to develop weekly plans and activities.
- Meet with Program Coordinator to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate program’s effectiveness.
- Responsible for assisting with the implementation of developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the schedule mandated by regulations and performance standards.
- Maintain records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning.
- Responsible for recording and record keeping of information required to document the growth and development of children.
- Responsible for working with an interdisciplinary team to fully implement an IEP for children with disabilities.
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided at the Center.
- Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child’s growth and development.
- Work with Parent Coordinator in planning and participating in parent activities.
- Responsible for coordinating and working closely with parents including home visits and staff/parent conferences.
- Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition.
- Provide day-to-day supervision and support to teacher assistants, teacher aides, substitutes, and volunteers, which include sharing daily program plans and discussing goals for children.
- Assist the on-site Education Director in providing orientation and training for new staff, substitutes and volunteers.
- Work with classroom staff to plan and implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum.
- Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
- Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self- esteem and self-discipline.
- Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.
- Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the Center.
- Help parents to understand the curriculum and find ways to involve parents in the daily program.
- Conduct individual parent conferences at least three times a year to discuss each child’s growth and development.
- Keep abreast of current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
