What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Teacher position at Kids 1st Academy?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Child Care Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence in children. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment that promotes development across all areas of childhood growth. Your dedication will help shape the foundational skills children need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners while fostering a love for learning from an early age.
Duties
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that incorporate literacy education, math, physical education methods to support holistic child development.
- Create engaging lesson plans tailored to various developmental stages, including toddlers and preschoolers, ensuring activities promote cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
- Manage classroom environments effectively through strong classroom management and behavior management techniques that encourage positive interactions and discipline.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on their child's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Conduct assessments using standardized testing tools to monitor progress and inform instructional strategies.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws by accurately documenting incidents or concerns related to child welfare or safety.
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to health guidelines such as first aid and CPR procedures while promoting overall child welfare.
Requirements
- 19 years or older
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
- Ability to plan lessons that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical activities, and social-emotional learning.
- Certification in first aid and CPR; ongoing training in mandated reporting laws is preferred.
- Familiarity with child welfare policies and standards for daycare operations.
Benefits
- Tuition Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunity for Raises and/or Bonuses
- Weekends and some Holidays off
Join us in creating an enriching environment where children can explore their potential! This role is ideal for passionate educators eager to foster early childhood development through innovative teaching practices and compassionate care. We are committed to supporting your professional growth as you help shape the future one child at a time!
Pay: $9.75 - $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $11