Early Childhood Teacher

Job Summary BioKids • Salt Lake, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BioKids is a NAEYC accredited early childhood program. We are a parent cooperative, open year-round and offer full-time programming for young children. We serve children birth through five years in three classrooms: the Infant/Toddler Program (6 weeks – 24 months), the Discovery Preschool (24 months – 36 months or until potty-training) and the Preschool Program (36 months – 5 years of age). Come join our team!

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience working with children, in a child care, Head Start, or preschool.
• Demonstrated interest in learning about child development and guidance.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current Food Handler’s Permit or must obtain upon hire.
• Must be able to lift and carry small children in arms for short distances (10-50 lbs.).
• Must meet physical characteristics (with or without the use of aids) including: Fine and gross motor skills Sufficient vision to read printed material Sufficient hearing to hear normal and telephone conversations Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation Ability to sit on the floor and move about on hands and knees for long periods of time Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to complete ongoing written assessments about each child that will be shared with parents/guardians.
• Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
• Must be available for in-person meetings with parents/guardians when requested.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with management and/or dispatch in case of emergency.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframe.
• Skilled in establishing effective and collaborative working relationships.
• Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated skills in general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
• A commitment to providing excellent customer service skills.
• Twenty hours of continuing education each year in early childhood education, per Utah Licensing rules and regulations and NAEYC best practices.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans to stimulate and develop mental progresses as well as provide a well-rounded day of activity for pre-school children. Use DAP guidance techniques, Creative Curriculum Developmental Objectives, provide appropriate activities.
• Provide intentional daily experiences in accordance to the Creative Curriculum Developmental Objectives, based on the children’s developmental needs and interests.
• Will be responsible for the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment tool and the assessments for the children in their classroom.
• Communicate effectively with professionals, parents and children.
• Extinguishes, or lessens inappropriate behavior and redirects children to appropriate actions by applying Positive Child Guidance techniques to help children learn to manage their own behavior in a Positive manner. Models correct techniques for teaching assistants.
• Teaches and leads children in music and movement to help them develop memory, verbal skills and a love for music.
• Must be able to lift children of up to 30 pounds safely.
• Interacts with parents and/or guardians to discuss concerns, day-to-day problems, suggestions, etc. to alleviate concerns and maintain a harmonious relationship.
• Keep accurate records of client’s program usage.
• Maintains a healthy and safe environment for children by sanitizing materials daily, and operating within State Licensing Guidelines.
• Promotes leadership skills within a classroom team and oversees classroom assistants to interpret behaviors, and ensure they are working appropriately with children.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, but show a willingness to take direction from the supervisor
• Help maintain NAEYC standards and classroom portfolios.
• Demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality
• Maintains a healthy environment for children by sanitizing materials daily and operating within state licensing guidelines.
• Supports the BioKids staff in activities such as: playing on the floor with children at their eye level, supervising and maintaining ratios at all time, helping children toilet including lifting children to change their diapers, guiding them through the potty training process (as directed by the lead preschool teacher), washing hands, cleaning the classroom, maintaining safe transitions between indoors and playground (including supervising children outdoors year round) and implementing lesson plans as assigned.
• Daily routine care of children including: feeding, diapering, cuddling, playing, singing, talking, picking children up, holding them, and otherwise providing a gentle and nurturing environment. You will need to be available and responsive to the needs of individual children.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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