Childcare Teacher jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Little Me & Company

Teacher Description

The childcare teacher will work as a team with the management staff and other teachers to implement the childcare program. The team will assist in carrying out the childcare mission and values by providing high-quality childcare services to children and parents.

Responsibilities

· Plan and implement the daily curriculum plans and activities.

· Assist in supervising children and participate with children in activities.

· Maintain program site and equipment.

· Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis and plan parent conferences.

· Complete with daily observations and child evaluations.

· Provide guidance for children’s behavior.

· Other duties or tasks as designated by the management team.

· Represent the Center in the community.

· Establish and maintain a healthy, safe, and enjoyable working and learning environment for staff, parents, children, and visitors.

· A commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.

· Perform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching, and routinely lifting 30 pounds at a time.

· Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/ dangerous situations.

· May provide children with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering and feeding.

· May be exposed to verbal outbursts, physical actions, or bodily fluids as a part of the childcare environment.

· Must be able to pass background check, physical exam, and fingerprinting.

· Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to meet Iowa DHS standards and regulations for childcare employees.

Experience

· Caregiving: 1 Year (preferred)

· Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Qualifications

· CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.

· Current physical exam.

· Fingerprinting within 60 days of hire.

· Six professional development DHS approved credits each year.

· Implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.

· Flexibility and ability to work independently while cooperating with other staff, participants, and volunteers.

· Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
the community.

Schedule

· Day shift

· No WEEKENDS

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

License/Certification:

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

Ability to Commute:

• Wayland, IA 52654 (Required)

Work Location: In person