Early Childhood Educator
Early Childhood Educator
Responsibilities:
- Plan, supervise, and implement curriculum for the classroom based on the policies and philosophy of the school
- Treat each child with dignity and respect while endeavoring to understand his/her unique personality and background
- Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning
- Assist children in observing school rules and promote such rules by example, through positive reinforcement, and natural/logical consequences
- Actively supervise children at all times, both indoor and outdoor play
- Assist children at rest time (in appropriate classes) by promoting a restful and quiet atmosphere
- Use the rest time for project preparation, housekeeping, and set-up
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe learning environment
- Set up interest centers and prepare needed materials and supplies
- Take responsibility for the cleanliness of the teacher’s storage area and keep office informed of supply needs
- Establish and maintain a positive liaison with parents; conduct parent orientation at beginning of school year
- Communicate appropriately with parents, children, staff, and community; maintain confidentiality of families and information
- Assess and inform parents of each child’s progress; conduct conferences as need or requested by parents or Director
- Maintain professional attitude and loyalty to the school
- Awareness of emergency protocol for fire drills, earthquake, and code red/blue situations
- Hiring 2s, 3s and 4s Teachers and Substitute Teachers
- Minimum of 12+ Early Childhood Education (ECE) units
- Infant/Toddler units are a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university preferred, AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field accepted
- Familiar with Title 22 licensing requirements
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)