Associate Teacher

Early Childhood Development Center -
Notre Dame, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
$15 - $18 an hour
11 days ago

Qualifications

Student supervision
Classroom active supervision
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area)
Family collaboration in education
Parent communication
Academic accreditation requirements
First Aid Certification
Classroom organization for children
Team management
Child safety supervision
Working with students
Safe environment creation
Pediatric first aid
Social-emotional development lessons (early childhood general education)
Activity planning for children
Student safety monitoring

Full Job Description

ECDC Associate Shared Teacher

Position Overview

The Associate Shared Teacher is a full-time, 12-month professional position, typically scheduled 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age

CDA, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Previous experience working with children in a group setting

Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Physically able to lift 40 pounds and meet the demands of supervising young children

Able to visually and audibly supervise children both indoors and outdoors

Successful completion of pediatric First Aid and CPR training

Passing scores on physical exam, criminal history check, and drug screening

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate Project Approach Curriculum

Creates and maintains a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment

Builds positive relationships with preschool and school-age children

Demonstrates understanding of child development and how young children learn

Applies appropriate classroom guidance and management strategies

Demonstrates emotional and social maturity to respond responsibly in stressful or crisis situations

Shows sensitivity to children's individual learning, emotional, social, physical, and creative needs

Implements Indiana Licensing Regulations and NAEYC Accreditation Standards

Visually observes and supervises children's activities indoors and outdoors

Lifts children and equipment up to 40 pounds; bends and kneels to children's eye level

Moves quickly to intervene in unsafe situations

Communicates openly and positively with children, families, college students, and ECDC staff

Primary Responsibilities

The Associate Shared Teacher supports the Co-Lead Teachers in planning and implementing a developmental program consistent with ECDC's philosophy, NAEYC Accreditation standards, and Indiana child care licensing requirements. This includes assisting with a Project Approach Curriculum that encourages creativity and divergent thinking and is responsive to children's interests. Learning activities include art, language arts, math, music, science, social science, free-choice activities, and gross and fine motor development — all centered on each child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and creative growth.

Ancillary Responsibilities

The Associate Shared Teacher is also responsible for:

Attending scheduled teacher meetings

Pursuing ongoing professional development (in-service opportunities, conferences, and/or coursework) to meet Indiana Licensing and NAEYC Accreditation requirements

Establishing and maintaining open, communicative relationships with families

Assisting Co-Lead Teachers with room arrangement and materials; maintaining a safe, healthy, clean, orderly, and welcoming learning environment

Supervising Assistant Teachers and college students (both paid and volunteer)

Providing input to Co-Lead Teachers regarding educational materials, equipment, and supplies for the learning environment

Modeling and maintaining confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, students, and volunteers, in accordance with ECDC policies and director guidelines

Communicating regularly with Co-Lead Teachers about relevant information, including atypical situations, concerns, and ideas related to children, families, and the program

Working cooperatively with ECDC administrators, Co-Lead Teachers, Associate and Assistant Teachers, and college students as a collaborative team member

Serving as substitute Co-Lead Teacher as needed, including coverage in various ECDC rooms

Assisting with Food Service as needed, including serving lunch and helping with lunch clean up

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ECDC Associate Shared Teacher

Position Overview

Minimum Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Primary Responsibilities

Ancillary Responsibilities

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