What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Teacher, Aides, and Assistants position at STARS Early Learning Academy?
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OVERVIEW
A teacher employed at STARS Early Learning Academy will provide a welcoming, nurturing, safe, and educational environment for students. He/she will assume the responsibilities of classroom management, lesson planning, relationship building, assessing student progress, and following a daily schedule. Equally important are exhibiting a positive attitude, asserting flexibility, and possessing a high level of patience and professionalism. The teacher will provide supervision and immediate care as needed to protect children’s well-being.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old and meet specific educational and experience requirements specified by the DHS Child Care Center Rules.
- Preferred previous experience in an early childhood or elementary classroom setting.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Certified in pediatric CPR and First Aid.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Well-organized, committed, positive.
- Creative and energetic.
- Thorough knowledge of early childhood and/or school age best practices.
- Mobility required to ensure the safety of children.
- High level of patience.
- Lift up to 40 pounds.
- Background study clearance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Arrive to work on time.
- Oversee and manage a classroom of early childhood or school-age children while remaining in ratio.
- Remain flexible and calm while multi-tasking in a busy classroom environment.
- Plan, write, post, and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Establish safe and positive boundaries with children.
- Implement successful, consistent, and appropriate classroom management techniques.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment for children and families.
- Develop professional and respectful relationships with parents and co-workers.
- Complete an assessment of each child’s social, emotional, and academic progress twice annually.
- Conduct 2 parent/teacher conferences annually.
- Play with children on the floor.
- Be outdoors supervising children in various weather conditions.
- Create and adhere to a daily schedule.
- Provide leadership and supervision of an Assistant Teacher and/or Aide.
- Problem-solve quickly under pressure.
- Maintain documentation of children when needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $24