What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Teacher position at 4-C: Community Coordinated Child Care?
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. This role involves developing and implementing engaging curricula that promote children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. The Early Childhood Teacher will work closely with children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their safety and well-being while encouraging their growth through play-based learning.
Honey Bee Child Development Center at Shimer Square is a brand new child care facility. We are currently hiring classroom teachers for all ages birth through 5 years old. Come be a part of something big!
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that align with early childhood education standards.
- Create lesson plans that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, and physical education activities.
- Foster a positive classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, utilizing strategies for behavior management and early intervention when necessary.
- Conduct assessments to monitor student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's development and classroom activities.
- Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices in early childhood education.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and practices.
REQUIRED Qualifications
- Sixty semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age six; or
- One year (1560) clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours ( 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age six; or
- Completion of credentialing programs approved by the Department of Children and Family Services.
- Experience working with children in a preschool or daycare setting is essential.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles, including special education needs and child welfare practices.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Familiarity with curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management techniques.
- Must demonstrate emotional maturity.
- Ability to create a nurturing environment that supports the diverse needs of all students.
- Commitment to ongoing professional growth in the field of early childhood education. Join our team of dedicated educators committed to making a difference in the lives of young children!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19