Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Educator

Vanderbilt University

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About The Position

The Vanderbilt Child & Family Center offers quality early childhood education and cares for the children ages infants (6 weeks) to five years old of Vanderbilt Faculty, staff, and students. The Tennessee Department of Human Services licenses the Child & Family Center. We are seeking an Early Childhood Associate that will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, the early childhood associate will monitor the children's behavior and development, utilizing developmental profiles, and in turn, evaluate activities based on the needs of the children. The Child & Family Center offers quality early childhood education and care for the children of Vanderbilt Faculty, staff, and students. The program serves children age infants (6 weeks) to five years old. The Centers are licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services. For more information about VU's Child & Family Centers, please visit http://www.vanderbilt.edu/child-family-center/child-care-center/.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED is required
One year of early childhood education experience is required
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required
Experience working with children in a supervised setting is required
Strong communication skills are required
Ability to interact well with children, families, and campus faculty and staff
Willingness and ability to learn new skills and be flexible
Ability to be adaptable to the center's needs and hours; hours required to work are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood education credentials, such as a CDA preferred
CPR and First Aid certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities according to NAEYC guidelines, DOE licensing standards, and center policy
Maintains a clean, safe, orderly classroom environment that contributes to the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth of children. (Per NAEYC, DOE, OSHA, Risk Management, and Center policies)
Supervise personnel assigned to assist with classroom activities (including students, assistants, and volunteers)
Assesses/prepares plans and curriculum based on children's individual's needs and levels of development
Prepares and distributes classroom newsletter weekly or bi-weekly
Submits reports necessary for compliance with licensing agencies, including attendance records and other daily reports
Monitors classroom and playground for cleanliness and safety according to established policies
Supervise personnel assigned to assist with classroom activities (including students, assistants, and volunteers)
Work with supervisors to maintain an inventory of supplies and materials
Participates in and contributes to staff meetings, parent meetings/conferences, and opportunities for professional development
Promotes and maintains confidentiality concerning information related to children, parents, and co-workers