Childcare Teacher

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm. 39 hours weekly. Schedule may or may not include summer hours depending upon center enrollment and schedule. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs.

REVISION DATE: July 12, 2022

Position Purpose

Co-teaches in planning and implementing early childhood instruction in accordance with the Reggio Emilia philosophy. The successful candidate will develop a well-rounded curriculum that meets the social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of each child.

Job Responsibilities

• Implements developmentally appropriate and creative curriculum according to the Harris Family Children’s Center (HFCC) Mission, New Hampshire Child Care Licensing (NHCCL) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Ethical Code of Conduct.
• Assesses plans and curriculum based on children’s individual needs and levels of development.
• Prepares and distributes classroom newsletter.
• Maintains attendance records.
• Assists in planning of weekly enrichment programs.
• Assigns tasks and sets appropriate guidelines for assistants and ESSO volunteers.
• Plans activities in advance in order to assure that needed supplies and materials are prepared.
• Maintains a clean, safe, orderly classroom environment, which contributes to the physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
• Ensures that children are supervised at all times. Monitors clean-up times and transitions in order to assure the safety and security of all children. Positions self in classroom and on playground in order to interact with and guide children.
• Monitors children’s behavior and development and reports concerns or unusual behaviors to Director
• Participates in and contributes to staff meetings, parent/teacher conferences and opportunities for professional development.
• Promotes and maintains confidentiality with respect to information related to children, parents, and co-workers.
• Interacts with children in a warm, nurturing way while providing an appropriate adult role model, articulates and encourages cooperative behavior among the children.
• Communicates with parents regarding their child’s activities during the day.
• Resolves problems or concerns that may arise with children or parents in conjunction with the teachers and Director.
• Changes diapers and clothing following center protocol.
• Supports the teaching team and the childcare center in a caring and professional manner.
• Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of the HFCC Staff Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability to follow directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations to work with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities frequently.
• Ability to teach in a team atmosphere with high energy, flexibility, and patience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
• A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
• High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.

Direct/Indirect Reports

None.

Position Requirements

Education

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree with at least twelve credits in education/development, including three credits in human growth and development.
• Must have CPR and First Aid training or be willing to obtain certification.

Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 3 years’ experience with infants, toddlers and/or pre-school age children required.
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and will require the ability to remain standing for extended periods of time, go up and down flights of steps, lift children in carriers and push/pull heavy strollers and wagons as well as stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50lbs without assistance.

Additional Requirements