Center Teacher

Patagonia•Reno, NV

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The TRCDC (Truckee River Child Development Center) Center Teacher is a floating role that provides substitute coverage for classroom teachers in the infant, preschool and prekindergarten age groups. The Center Teacher is responsible for all aspects of care for children ages 2 months to kindergarten. When in ratio, the Center Teacher steps in as a fully functioning member of the teaching team. Daily responsibilities of this role include: stocking center supplies/groceries, physical caregiving, implementation of age appropriate, individualized curriculum, facilitating supportive relationships with children, parents and colleagues; and assisting in classroom parent communications such as newsletters and Educa updates. The learning that takes place at our Child Development Centers extends beyond the four walls of the classroom. Our children are immersed in emergent curriculum and outdoor exploration that fosters curiosity, joy, and self-expression. The staff at the Child Development Centers are responsible for building meaningful relationships with children, families, and their coworkers. We believe transparency, professionalism, and empathy are critical in sustaining these bonds. The educators at the Child Development Centers are responsible for the health and safety of their students as well as hands-on caregiving.

Requirements

High school graduate
Passionate about child development and supporting our company mission to save our home planet
Excellent customer service skills in person, via email, and on the phone
Comfortable with team-based work structure; ability to demonstrate flexibility on the job
Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility
Expert in your classroom age-group and best practices in early childhood
Dedicated to life-long learning and the betterment of early childhood education
Proven history of building trusting, nurturing and responsive relationships with young children and families
Successful collaboration and partnering experience with a direct team
Ability to implement and support classroom practice in accordance with our classroom philosophy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to receive and act on feedback for improved classroom instruction and care
Two years’ experience working with young children (At least 150 hours working/volunteering with children within the last 6 months)
Proven history of building trusting, nurturing and responsive relationships with young children and families
Successful collaboration and partnering experience with a direct team
Track record of implementing and supporting classroom practice in accordance with established educational philosophies
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to receive and act on feedback for improved classroom instruction and care
Working knowledge of personal computers with experience in the use of such programs as Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams and Outlook
Successful completion of the fingerprinting process and/or successful transfer of fingerprints from another program
Successful criminal background check as well as clearance by obtaining a Memo of Eligibility in NV to meet State childcare licensing requirements
Successful completion of the hiring packet

Nice To Haves

AA or BA in ECE or related field
Fifteen (15) units in Early Childhood Education (Growth and Development, Child-Family & Community, Administration in ECE, and two Program/Curriculum courses)
If you are working in an infant classroom, three (3) infant/toddler units
Understanding of Family Business, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Learning Stories, Pyramid Model, Outdoor Classroom, Anti Bias Education, Resources for Infant Educarers, and Educa

Responsibilities

Stocking center supplies/groceries
Physical caregiving
Implementation of age appropriate, individualized curriculum
Facilitating supportive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Assisting in classroom parent communications such as newsletters and Educa updates
Co-create and organize a stimulating and developmentally appropriate learning environment both inside and outside
Ensure visual supervision and child safety at all times
In partnership with classroom teams, design emergent curriculum that meets the needs of the individual learning styles of the children in your care
Form relationships with parents, children, and co-teachers that are respectful of individual differences and culture, family styles and cultural/socioeconomic diversity
Assist the teaching teams to ensure a structured routine that allows for scheduled meal and rest breaks for the teaching team and maintains a flexible yet consistent daily schedule and routine for the children
Foster a safe, inclusive environment for children, parents, and teachers
Create an environment that embraces open communication and trust between staff to ensure a high-quality environment for children and families
Communicate with children using developmentally appropriate language
Build a collaborative, working relationship with administration and all of the Classroom Managers, Primary Teachers, and Classroom Teachers
Become familiar with the various classroom routines, expectations, and teaching styles of each classroom
Treat each child with dignity and respect
Guide children in becoming responsible integral members of the group and community
Partner with parents to create an easy transition into the classroom
Assist teaching teams to provide Early Childhood/community resources and share information through a variety of mediums: documentation boards, newsletters, Educas, and emails; this is especially important on days when you are in the full-time because a member of the teaching team is not at work
Observe and respond to children’s needs, emergencies and/or conflicts that might occur during the day
Kneel down to maintain eye contact at child’s level
Sit on the floor to engage with your students
Respond to a child’s first aid needs which may include cuts, bruises, and bodily fluids
Lift or move 1-35 pounds and occasionally 35+ pounds as needed