Daycare Teacher

JT Alsup, INC

Job Description for Daycare Teacher

Job brief:

We are looking for a Child Care Teacher to encourage the healthy intellectual and psychological growth of the children in our facilities. You will teach and supervise them while also motivating them to use their mental capacities and exercise their imagination.

Childcare Teacher Responsibilities:

• Providing basic care for children which includes feeding, grooming, and changing diapers.
• Prepare and serve meals
• Oversee the safety of children in your care.
• When necessary, administer first-aid or CPR to children.
• Developing age-appropriate socialization skills in children.
• Design and follow a full schedule of activities and discover suitable teaching material
• Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises
• Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child’s abilities
• Evaluate children’s performance to make sure they are on the right learning track
• Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children
• Observe children’s interactions and promote the spirit of concord
• Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action
• Collaborate with other colleagues
• Adhere with teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the Alabama Department of Human Recourses
• Encouraging positive behavior and good manners.
• Attending staff meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Holding regular parent-teacher meetings to address any issues, concerns, or parent complaints with the supervision of the Director.
• Providing a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Develop an effective cleaning plan to ensure all of the interactive areas are sanitary and safe.

Childcare Teacher Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Child Care Professional (CCP) certification is advantageous.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Proven experience working as a Childcare Teacher.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred.
• Clear criminal background check.
• In-depth understanding of childhood development.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Attentive and patient.

Training Requirements for the Alabama Minimum Standards:

Within thirty (30) days after employment, child care workers/ teachers shall have at least twelve (12) clock hours of training in child care and development through participation in workshops, meetings, videotapes, or one-to-one consultation, unless written documentation of prior equivalent training is on file. Training in child care shall include at least one (1) hour in each of these areas:

(1) child development;

(2) health, safety and universal precautions;

(3) quality child care and licensing;

(4) the child care professional and the family;

(5) language development;

(6) positive discipline and guidance.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person