What are the responsibilities and job description for the West Houston Pre-School Teacher position at EVELYN RUBENSTEIN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOUSTON TEXAS?
The Ellen Boniuk Early Childhood School of the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC seeks a Pre-School Teacher to join its forward-thinking Jewish preschool in West Houston. A Texas Rising Star – 4 star rated school committed to excellence, we have a welcoming culture founded on the ethics and values of Judaism. You are joining a team of dedicated educators working together to provide a high-quality educational experience.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
- Supervising the classroom; Planning and implementing the daily program.
- General housekeeping tasks (wiping tables, sweeping floor, making sure counter tops and shelves are neat and orderly, etc.).
- Maintaining professional attitudes and loyalty to the school.
- Treating all children with dignity and respect.
- Keeping accurate attendance records.
- Administering medications to students who are signed up for medication at school.
- Attending all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
- Diapering and/or assisting children with toileting activities as needed.
- Participate and supervise water activities.
- Abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct for Early Childhood Professionals and the ERJCC Confidentiality Policy.
- Abide by the ERJCC Personnel Policies.
- Know, understand, and follow the guidelines stated in any Handbooks, Minimum Standards of the TDFPS and any other administrative directives.
- Maintain current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR of infants and children.
- Assist in public relations events sponsored by the school and reflect the philosophy of the school to parents, new staff and the community.
- Maintain strict supervision of the children at all times and an accurate count of the group at all times.
- Discuss pertinent problems or concerns with supervisor, the co-teacher or office staff as appropriate.
- Positively guide the social learning of children.
- Cultivate warm, professional partnerships with families and colleagues.
- Engage in solutions-oriented problem-solving with peers and administration.
- Enthusiastically pursue ongoing professional development.
- Expand the school's inclusive philosophy so ALL children thrive through hands-on experiential learning.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks assigned by the Director.
- Professional experience utilizing project-based learning with young children.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Proficiency utilizing technology in support of education.
- An engaging, hands-on approach to working with teams of professionals.
- A positive, approachable demeanor.
- A creative and flexible outlook.
- Must have High School Diploma or GED equivalent; CDA; College Degree preferred.
- Must meet all minimum standards as required by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS).
- Must be in good health to work with young children and able to physically lift a child under 25 pounds.
- Ability to be physically flexible and able to sit on the floor with the children.
- Are available to work 40 hours/week year-round (June 2023-May 2024).