Teacher, Part Time – Littlest Learners Child Development Center
Job Details
Department: Child Development Center, Littlest Learners
Pay Grade: 4 – Auxiliary/Child Development Center, Littlest Learners pay scale – starting hourly rate $17.02
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for preschool age children in a team environment. This position reports to the Director/Teacher, Littlest Learners Child Dev Ctr.
Essential Job Functions:
- Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans using Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and MSDE guidelines
- Work as a collaborative team member with center staff, college faculty and parents
- Promote philosophy of Littlest Learners Child Development Center
- Effectively utilize resources to enrich the learning environment
- Modify lessons to individualize learning for each child and provide an inclusive environment
- Utilize a variety of curricular teaching methods including nature and arts based, as well as mandated Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) curriculum
- Adhere to all safety procedures as outlined by MSDE Office of Child Care Licensing
- Observe and evaluate children to document areas of growth and areas of need
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences
- Work collaboratively with the college Education faculty in promoting the Lab School Model in Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes
- Serve as a mentor for teaching aides and college interns
- Assist with the MSDE and NAEYC Accreditation process
- Assist Center Director with administrative tasks including; scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and program evaluation as needed
- Attend and participate in staff meetings
- Maintain daily written plans and organized paperwork
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements to Perform Work:
- 90 clock hours of Early Childhood Education plus 9 hours communication
- Minimum 19 years of age.
- Associate Degree Preferred
- One year’s experience in an early childhood setting
- Must meet MSDE OCC requirements for Teacher in a Preschool Child Care Center
- Must be positive, cooperative and supportive
Additional Requirements to Perform Work:
- Thorough knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
- Currently holds a Maryland Child Care Credential Certificate or is willing to become certified
- Familiar with MSDE Office of Child Care licensing procedures
- Willingness to develop and follow a Professional Development Plan as required by MSDE and participate in continued training as required
- Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport with children, families, students; including skills in conflict resolution and redirection
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to network with community linkages and early childhood program partners
- Ability to take initiative and assist when needed for the benefit of the center
- Computer literate and able to use small office equipment (i.e. copier, phone etc.)
- Flexibility and willingness to grow and learn as a teacher
- Successfully complete a criminal background check
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