Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape a bright future for children in our care. In this rewarding role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment that promotes growth, curiosity, and social development. Your expertise in child development and classroom management will inspire young learners and support their individual needs through innovative lesson planning and compassionate guidance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while working in a collaborative and supportive setting.
Duties
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that foster literacy, math skills, physical activity, and social-emotional growth for children from toddlers to preschoolers.
- Manage daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, organized, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning.
- Provide individualized support for children with special education needs or those requiring early intervention services.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians to share progress updates, address concerns, and promote active engagement in their child's development.
- Apply behavior management strategies to promote positive conduct and resolve conflicts effectively within the classroom setting.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws by accurately documenting any concerns related to child welfare or safety.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of childhood development best practices, early childhood education standards, and first aid/CPR certifications to ensure the highest level of care.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting.
- Strong knowledge of child development principles, classroom management techniques, and curriculum development.
- Experience working with children who have special needs or require early intervention services is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with parents, colleagues, and community partners.
- Demonstrated ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical education, and social-emotional learning.
- Valid certification in first aid and CPR; additional credentials in childhood development or special education are a plus.
- Familiarity with mandated reporting laws and child welfare policies to ensure safety and compliance at all times.
- Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic environment while maintaining patience, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
Embark on a fulfilling career where every day brings new opportunities to inspire young learners! We are dedicated to supporting our staff through ongoing professional development opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment where your passion for early childhood education can truly thrive.
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
