POSITION: Teacher I
REPORTS TO: Director of Children’s Center
JOB PURPOSE: Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate program that supports the philosophy, curriculum and assessment framework of the Children’s Center, the PA Department of Education, and Department of Human Services Regulations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implements daily lesson plans and daily classroom routines, as needed, in accordance with the center’s curriculum and programming that stimulates all domains of each child’s development in their care
- Responsible for the supervision and daily class functions of a group of children, creating a warm, loving and nurturing environment encouraging them to learn, develop and advance
- Ensures constant focus on the well-being, health and safety of children
- Cleans and sanitizes equipment and toys on a daily basis in accordance with hygiene procedures and participates in the maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, playgrounds and common use areas
- Helps to maintain an attractive, fun, clean, interactive, and orderly classroom that encourages children to create, play, learn and explore
- Conducts daily health checks on each child
- Follows policies and procedures regarding medical and dental emergencies, short-term exclusion of children, and the handling and storing of medication
- Cultivates positive relationships with children, families, parents, staff, state licensing authorities, volunteers and other stakeholders
- Contributes to the effective operation of the overall Oppenheim Family Children’s Center
- Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions
- Participates in the Children’s Center fundraising efforts and events
- Complies with all rules, regulations, procedures and protocols of the Children’s Center and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, emergency procedures and care of children
- Maintains overall professional personal appearance
- Other duties as required
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, Competencies, and Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
- PA Early Childhood Education Teaching Certification preferred
- Minimum of two years’ experience working with young children in an educational setting
- Background check clearances including Act 34, Act 114, Act 151 and National Sex Offender (NSOR) , names and address of three professional references, two written references, and physical examination with a TB test is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must possess or immediately obtain certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR
- Must be able to supervise children by sight and sound at all times
- Must be physically able to participate with children in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities and be able to lift children and move classroom equipment
- Must complete 24 hours professional development per year
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule
TO APPLY: Please send resume, cover letter and names, addresses & phone numbers of three professional references to: Human Resources *Keystone College* One College Green * La Plume, PA 18440-1099 * email: humanresources@keystone.edu