Job Description
Summary
Growing Places is a non-profit, nature based program looking for a reliable, upbeat, nurturing, team player to join us!! We are willing to train the right person, including access to free and/or affordable college courses.
Duties
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
High School diploma
CPR/first aid certification or willing to become certified
Desire to work with young children
Pass a criminal background check
Nice To Haves
9 credits in ECE
Experience with children ages 6weeks to 6years
Benefits
We offer competitive pay, generous time off, paid holidays, paid personal and sick days, 100% employer paid health and dental insurance, access to Early Learning Alliance discounts, yearly bonuses, professional development and training