Childcare Lead Teacher (Childcare Assistant)
Job Summary
- Supports children's growth and development in the 5 domains (social/emotional, cognitive, physical, self-care, and communication/ literacy) utilizing a variety of methods that are research-based and reflect the center's philosophy. Collects, evaluates, and uses information about individual children's needs, interests, and concerns gained to plan and implement curriculum and assessment.
- Understands, accepts, and embraces social, cultural, and economic backgrounds of children and families, ensuring that the program provides for these individual differences.
- Works cooperatively and equitably with classroom co-teacher to ensure engaging, comfortable, child-centered classroom. Is familiar with and follows state licensing regulations and national accreditation standards.
- Fills out and files written reports and forms in a timely fashion and notifies upper management regarding any accidents or unusual incidents throughout the day. Handles disagreements and conflicts with other center staff in a direct, but professional and respectful manner. Promotes center philosophy and educational objectives. Supports and follows the center's code of ethical conduct. Assists in training for hourly aides.
- Communicates respectfully and appropriately about challenges a child may have experienced in a day. In collaboration with co-teacher, communicates with families about classroom activities and child's progress on a regular basis.
- Attends and participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings. Pursues professional development through conferences, classes, workshops, and reading.
- Maintains the classroom in a safe, clean and orderly environment.
- May act as a substitute in the absence of designated childcare specialists or leaders.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) with a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification OR
- Associate's degree in early childhood development, elementary education, or related field
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood development, elementary education, or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
- Some experience in a licensed childcare facility.
SKILLS
Required
- Proficient communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Highly thorough and dependable
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