j. Ability to think quickly, be creative, and to listen.
k. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
l. Ability to keep client information confidential.
m. Ability to carry through program implementation as directed.
n. Ability to treat all students, families, staff, clients, contractors, and volunteers with dignity
and respect.
o. Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
IV. TEACHER LITERACY RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Attend and participate in all literacy training provided by Literacy Specialists.
B. Once trained, the following will be required:
a. Create and follow weekly Lesson Plans reviewed by the Literacy Specialist.
b. Post and adhere to a daily schedule reviewed by the Center Director, Assistant Center
Director, and Literacy Specialist.
c. Create and maintain a classroom management system with posted rules and
consequences.
d. Conduct Read Alouds and Daily Messages several times a week.
e. Conduct Small Group Instructional Lessons at least four times a week.
f. Create and maintain literacy centers of vocabulary, independent reading, and writing at
least four times weekly.
g. Provide a print-rich environment of anchor charts, graphic organizers, and other
displays of reading skills and strategies.
h. Assist with homework when needed for 15-20 minutes a day.
V. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES AS A CHILDCARE TEACHER:
A. Comply with work activity coverage as the Center Director, Assistant Center Director, and
UCC Administration arranged.
B. Comply with licensing standards, getting clarification and direction from the Center
Director and Assistant Center Director on any questions.
C. Be timely for work and adhere to the schedule set by the Center Director or Assistant
Center Director.
D. Carry out daily activities and schedule with the guidance of the Center Director and
Assistant Center Director.
E. Ensure the safety of all students.
F. Work as a team with all Center staff, covering where needed and directed by the Center
Director and Assistant Center Director.
G. Keep the work area clean and welcoming.
H. Ask for help from the Center Director or Assistant Center Director when needed.
I. Report any problems encountered to the Center Director or Assistant Center Director.
J. Report any unresolved problems to the Program Director or COO, who will meet with the
teacher and supervisor to resolve issues.
K. Observe all UCC agency and program policies and procedures.
L. Will follow verbal instructions for program procedures.
M. Continually strives to improve work performance and services.
N. Attends all staff meetings as scheduled unless pre-approved by the supervisor.
O. Be a good steward of the time and resources entrusted.
P. Demonstrates sound judgment and strives to do the right thing.
