Associate Teacher | Full Time | Days

Concord Hospital Health System•Concord, NH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Promotes the social, physical and intellectual growth of children; provides developmentally appropriate care; observes and documents children's learning and development; supervises classroom operations in the absence of the Lead Teacher; communicates effectively with children, all center staff and families.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Minimum of two years’ experience working with young children in a group setting.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 12 credits in Early Childhood Education
Including 3 from a Child Growth and Development
All from a regionally accredited college.
Must be certified in Infant and Child CPR including AED training, and Basic First Aid within 6 months of hire
Must complete Water Safety training within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

Provides positive influence to classroom team and all co-workers in the Center.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with each child and family.
Engages with children to meet their developmental and social-emotional needs.
Models and teaches children self-regulation skills.
Implements a child-centered curriculum in a safe, organized environment.
Observes children to assess development, shares information with families and plans curriculum accordingly.
Supports and follows Concord Hospital and Learning Center policies and procedures.
Completes administrative tasks required for NH Child Care licensing, NAEYC accreditation and per Learning Center policies.
Demonstrates leadership skills as needed.
Commits to continual learning and professional development; suggests improvements based on best practice.