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Location

Portsmouth, VA | United States

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Job description

Summary

Job Summary
Responsible for implementing a developmentally age appropriate and stimulating program to meet the emotional, physical, cognitive, and social needs of the children. Have classroom management skills. Work in a child centered program and focus your duties on the needs of the children. Must be a Team leader.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Satisfactory background check, including criminal records and child abuse registry.
• Must maintain current TB test, CPR, First Aid, Daily Health Observation and the MAT certification.
• Enjoy working with young children - treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Must effectively interact with children, families, peers, and visitors from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Be familiar with licensing standards and USDA
• *1 Year of proven childcare experience in a licensed program is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to lift children (up to 50lbs), bend, stoop, stretch, squat, quickly sit / stand and be physically active with children (i.e. sitting on floor, exercising, running, jumping, dancing, etc.).
• May be exposed to blood and / or bodily fluids.
• May be required to mop classroom and center floor and use a vacuum.
• Must have the ability to physically and mentally react to unexpected circumstances immediately and appropriately.
• Must be able to communicate in a manner that children are able to comprehend your directions in the classroom and on the playground.
• Must be able to display a pleasant and kind attitude.
• All teachers are required to be on their feet for approximately 90% of the work day and have a high energy level.

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of Teacher experience. (preferred) 1 year required.
• Have at a minimum of 2 solid years of proven experience working as a teacher in a licensed childcare facility

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED) Required.
• Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education with at least 12 ECE college credits and a minimum of 6 months of programmatic experience. (highly Preferred)
• A Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), certificate in Early Childhood Education (highly preferred)
• An Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or in a field related to early childhood education with 12 ECE credits (highly preferred)

(Preferred job specifications may be used to enhance success in the search of the candidate. These specifications do not disqualify candidates without them from consideration.)

Duties

• Implement standards for Licensed Child Care Centers
• Implement the center?s policies, procedures, goals, and philosophy.
• Maintain accurate and timely reports, paperwork, and records for children
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate high quality classroom
• Maintain professionalism.
• Maintain responsibility with minimal supervision, as well as reliability, flexibility, and a positive and supportive attitude toward both children and co-workers.
• Maintain supervision and sight & sound of children at all times.
• Implement any necessary changes in a timely manner.
• Greet each person with a smile and in a friendly manner, always displaying professional conduct.
• Promote openness and respect in all relationships.
• Promote a good rapport among staff members.
• Encourage teachers to play a vital role in each child?s development.
• When asked, support other team members - including cook, director other duties as necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director according to company needs.
• High-Quality Child & Teacher Interactions
• Enthusiasm and Love of Working with Children
• Knowledge of Child Development
• Strong Customer Service
• Positive Parent Interactions
• Team player
• Ability to Effectively Communicate Both Verbally and in Writing
• Reliability and Punctuality
• Ability to be Flexible and Adapt to Changes in the Industry

Requirements

• All staff must complete state required trainings
• Staff Orientation (completed within the first 7 days)
• Child abuse & neglect training
• Child and Adult CPR and First Aid (willing to obtain)
• MAT Training (willing to obtain)
• Food handler's certification (willing to obtain)
• A minimum of 24 hours in job related training (must complete within 30 days of hire)

REQUIRED LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• Current CPR and First Aid
• MAT Training
• VA Food handlers card

WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time Monday-Friday (must have flexible schedule and willing to open occasionally)

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