Early Childhood Educator - Elkhart - PT
About The Position
The Early Childhood Educator works in the Kids Excel child development program, which provides free, temporary childcare for Excel Center students while they are enrolled or until they locate long-term childcare. The center serves children from 7 weeks through 12 years of age when students are studying on site or attending class. The educator ensures the safe and caring management and instruction of children in their care. Responsibilities include monitoring children in an assigned classroom, serving snacks, and facilitating learning opportunities using the HighScope curriculum. The role also involves keeping parents informed about center policies and procedures and their children’s development. The position is listed as full-time, day shift, and located at Excel School Elkhart in Elkhart, Indiana. Salary is $14.00 per hour, with no travel percentage listed, though travel may be required at times.
Requirements
- High school diploma and/or GED required.
- At least 18 years old.
- Child/infant CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Submit to the required annual TB screen.
- Working knowledge of computer programs for clerical tasks, including Microsoft Outlook, Google Applications, Excel, Word, and web browsers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Flexible, energetic, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to routinely multitask and resolve conflicts.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
- Reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Continuing education in child development, early childhood education, or a related field.
- One year of experience in a childcare setting.
- Coursework or training in early childhood development.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate hands-on, interactive learning experiences while working directly with children.
- Monitor and responsibly manage a classroom of children.
- Serve snacks and facilitate learning opportunities using the HighScope curriculum.
- Assist with the registration process for children.
- Update student files and ensure their accuracy.
- Communicate regularly with parents about services, enrollment, scheduling or routine changes, and special events for their children.
- Assist in achieving short- and long-term goals for Kids Excel.
- Contribute ideas to curriculum and program activities and help execute them.
- Plan and carry out weekly lesson plans for children.
- Observe children, document observations, and complete developmentally appropriate assessments.
- Participate in regular team meetings.
- Keep parents informed about center policies, procedures, and children’s development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Early Childhood Services and Lead Early Childhood Educator.
- Travel when required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
