Early Childhood Teacher CD - CDC | $500 Sign on Bonus

Cherokee Nation•Tahlequah, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Childhood Teacher provides instruction and supervision to children in an early childhood classroom setting. The teacher assists the Lead Teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans and classroom activities, implements the daily schedule, and helps keep children productively occupied. The position maintains applicable licensing and accreditation guidelines, provides guidance and support to children, communicates with families, and ensures children’s health and safety and classroom hygiene. The role is located at the Child Development Center in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. A $500 sign-on bonus is stated in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Six months of experience in a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to build strong working relationships.
Problem-solving skills.
Time-management skills.
Possess a valid driver's license and a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets Cherokee Nation underwriting requirements.
Possess or be able to obtain Entry-Level Child-Care Training (ELECT) within 90 days of employment.
Possess or be able to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential or a Certificate of Master’s in Early Childhood Education within one year of employment.
Must not be under sanction by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or the General Services Administration (GSA), or listed on the specified OIG or GSA exclusion and sanction lists.
Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication requirements for childcare.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to develop lesson plans and a daily schedule in accordance with guidelines.
Implement the daily schedule and lesson plans to ensure children are productively occupied.
Maintain applicable licensing and accreditation guidelines, including a healthy, safe, and appropriate classroom learning environment.
Provide appropriate guidance and support to children.
Communicate regularly with families.
Keep the classroom hygienic, including the environment and the personal needs of children.
Collaborate with the Lead Teacher on classroom activities and assignments.
Perform other duties, tasks, and services consistent with the position as assigned.