SummaryResponsible for the daily classroom operation of the Preschool Classroom as assigned, including providing high quality care and education for up to 20 children daily in alignment with licensing ratio requirements - ages 3 to 5 years old- and maintaining positive collaborations with families, coworkers, service providers, and community partners.DutiesHigh-quality classroom management within MFCC’s Early Childhood ProgramEnsure the assigned MFCC Classroom meets or exceeds VT licensing regulations including:Record keeping Health and safety checksClassroom environmentCurriculumEmergency Response PlanningWork with Early Childcare Program Director and Assistant Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curricula based on creative curriculum guidelines.Ensure daily paperwork for the Child and Adult Care Food Program is up to date. Assess each child using the Teaching Strategies Gold online profile 4x/year. Initiate, direct, and facilitate activities with children to aid in nurturing, relationship building, and which provide a wide variety of sensory experiences to children. Utilize scheduled office and planning time appropriately for the purpose of curriculum planning, complete necessary program or professional development paperwork and documentation, or other required administrative duties as assigned by the MFCC Child Care Director.Collaborate with other Teachers and ECP Director regarding enrollment and waitlist.Engage in and complete every year, from the date of initial hire, 24 hours of professional development training, and submit appropriate documentation via BFIS, as required by VT licensing regulations and NAEYC requirements.Maintain certification in First Aid and CPR for infants/children.Family support & community developmentDrive positive organizational culture alongside fellow MFCC team members. Learn and model the MFCC Policies and Procedures. Create a positive work environment for all staff by role modeling positive and effective communication, and promoting the Strengthening Families framework for working with children and families.Adhere to the MFCC Policies and Procedures ManualAttend MFCC all-staff meetings and activitiesParticipate in all scheduled direct supervision and team meetings.Assist with other MFCC programs and community efforts to increase community and parental resilience.Establish a positive rapport with parents/guardians and act as an advocate/facilitator for families by sharing information and referrals that may benefit the child or family. Communicate with: ECP Director- regarding any concerns, issues, or questions of staff, parents, and collaborating partners; Parents - regarding daily activities and schedule; special events; meals; and child specific information including behavior and well-beingStaff- regarding curriculum ideas, thoughts, or concerns; daily responsibilitiesCollaborative partners- regarding students with special needsOther duties as assigned