What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher position at PJ's Childcare Center?
PJ’s Child Care Center offers developmentally appropriate activities in nurturing, respectful environments, while meeting the needs of our families. As a center who is working on earning STARS, you’ll be a part of a team that values structure, consistency, and development of both children and staff.
PJ’s Child Care Center is hiring a full-time Teacher to work with the preschool children ages 3 to 5 years of age.
The center is located at 1551 Lower Newton Rd. in Saint Albans Town, VT.
You’ll play a valuable role in the Early Childhood Program by planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate and stimulating curriculum for children ages 3-5 following the philosophy and standards of PJ’s Childcare.
Other responsibilities include:
Develop and maintain professional and positive relationships with families respecting any differences in family backgrounds or parenting styles.
Communicate with parents/guardians through daily interaction and communication to promote an understanding of each child's growth and development.
Maintain observation-based records for children to participate in two family conferences per year.
Maintain a neat and organized classroom and participate in occasional center cleaning duties.
Ensure safety at all times in the building by reporting failures and improvements to the Director.
Ensure that all Vermont Childcare Licensing requirements and regulations are maintained at all times.
Requirements:
7.3.2.4 Trainee
A trainee is at least fifteen (15) years of age, able to comprehend basic written format, and meets one (1) of the following qualifications:
- At least a high school graduate or has completed a GED and completes the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals’ course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate within the first twelve (12) months of employment; or
- At least a high school graduate or has completed a GED and successful completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or in school age care and education within the first twelve (12) months of employment; or
- At least is enrolled in or has received a State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate that emphasizes child development or early childhood education.
Additionally:
Demonstrate patience and acceptance.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR/First Aid (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Albans, VT 05478 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20