What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Teacher position at Tulane University?
Job Description
The Childcare Teacher is responsible for helping to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program for young children and communicating with families about their child's progress.
Responsibilities
The Childcare Teacher is responsible for helping to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program for young children and communicating with families about their child's progress.
Responsibilities
- Must have the ability to relate sensitively to children and their families
- Must be able to work cooperatively with families and staff
- Must complete a health screening which states the applicant is in good health and able to care for children
- Must be agile and energetic enough to perform daily work required for the care of infants, toddlers, and/or children
- Must be able to lift, move, push, pull or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as the ability to sit, stand, walk or run
- Must pass a criminal background record check from the state police prior to employment
- Must join an early childhood professional organization within 30 days of employment
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Two years' experience working in an early childhood program
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential awarded by the Council for Professional
- Recognition, or must obtain CDA within 18 months of hire date
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education