Associate Child Care Teacher- Child Care Services, Full Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Child Care Teacher assists the teacher in meeting children’s developmental and care needs and helps maintain a quality program at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Child Development Center. The role also helps maintain a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment. The position is full time, on the day shift, at the Fayetteville, North Carolina facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proof of completion of NC Credentials EDU119 Early Childhood Development, plus six additional hours in Early Childhood Development from an accredited school. Out-of-state coursework must be reviewed by the NC Division of Childhood Development.
• Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Infant Toddler Safe Sleep (ITS-SIDS) certification.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Knowledge of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social characteristics of children from birth to five years.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively and visually observe children in the classroom.
• Ability to walk, stand, and lift children and various objects.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of responsible classroom experience in a professional childcare setting and/or elementary school.

Responsibilities

• Use curriculum items and methodology developed by the teacher with individuals and groups.
• Discuss the program and its relationship to each child’s needs with the lead teacher.
• Assist the teacher with curriculum planning and gathering materials for daily learning activities.
• Follow the teacher’s lead during class time.
• Follow established center procedures and routines, including diaper changing, emergency procedures, and schedules, without immediate supervision.
• Interact positively with children and serve as an appropriate role model.
• Participate in the parent involvement program, including writing for the center newsletter, attending regularly scheduled parent-teacher conferences, and participating in parent meetings.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED