What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher position at United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma?
Summary
The Teacher will be responsible for supporting the Master Teacher by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. The teacher must be able to communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teacher observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Master Teacher and the Child Care Director/Site Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists the Master Teacher with the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
Actively engages with children in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
Assists the Master Teacher with maintaining frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
Encourages self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
Helps ensure smooth, daily transition from home to childcare center.
Follows all center policies and OKDHS licensing regulations.
Maintains personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
All other duties as assigned.
Education/Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have 6 months to 1-Year related experience in formal childcare setting or a combination of professional/personal experience working with children.
High School Diploma or GED, and significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit preferred. If applicant does not hold a current CDA, upon hire, MUST receive CDA (Child Development Associate Credential) Within first year of employment.
Must Pass OSBI fingerprint background check upon hire.
Actively maintain twenty hours of professional development per employment year.
Understands and follows all policies and procedures, emergency, and safety protocols.
UKB and Tribal Preference applies.