What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Teacher position at FOUNDATION ACADEMY?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence in children. In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment that promotes learning through play, exploration, and structured activities. Your dedication will help shape the foundational skills necessary for children’s future success while fostering a joyful and inclusive atmosphere.
Duties
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that incorporate literacy education, math, physical education, and Montessori methods to support holistic childhood development.
- Manage classroom activities to ensure a positive learning environment that encourages social-emotional growth and behavior management.
- Engage with children through interactive lessons, storytelling, and hands-on activities tailored to their developmental stages, including toddler care and preschool experiences.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians to communicate progress, address individual needs related to special education or early intervention, and support child welfare initiatives.
- Maintain detailed documentation of each child's progress, including assessments aligned with standardized testing where applicable.
- Foster classroom management strategies that promote safety, respect, and inclusivity while ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Support children’s physical health and well-being by teaching proper hygiene practices and supervising outdoor play and physical activities.
Experience
- Prior classroom experience working with young children in daycare or preschool settings is essential.
- Demonstrated knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and early intervention strategies.
- Experience in curriculum development that integrates literacy education, math concepts, physical education, and Montessori methods is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with parents, colleagues, and specialists in special education or child welfare programs.
- Familiarity with classroom management tools and lesson planning to create engaging educational experiences for diverse learners.
- Previous experience working in private schools or daycare centers that emphasize early childhood education standards is a plus.
- Ability to adapt teaching approaches for children with special needs or those requiring additional support through tutoring or individualized instruction. Embark on a rewarding career where your enthusiasm for teaching transforms young lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth—help us make a lasting impact on the next generation of learners!
Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $14