Floater Teacher (Full-time) - Early Learning

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day•Chevy Chase, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Learning Floater Teacher plays a dynamic role at Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day in providing quality services in our ECE programs. They work with our team of teachers to help create a developmentally appropriate learning environment that stimulates, nurtures and leads children's social, emotional, physical and academic growth. The Floater Teacher plays a vital part in keeping our centers running smoothly. The Floater Teacher must be extremely flexible as day-to-day schedules and responsibilities may change depending on where help is needed. This position has many responsibilities that include assisting the Lead and Assistant Teacher, preparing materials for classroom activities, cleaning and organizing after activities, and preparing lunch and snacks for the classroom. The Floater Teacher, as part of a team, implements Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day policies, procedures and practices in an organized and thorough manner. Teamwork is a critical component of the Floater Teacher position. Teaching teams meet regularly with other staff and Program Director to develop programs that follow the Wonders Early Learning Curriculum and promote the Wonders philosophy and ideals.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting is preferred.
BA or AA in Education or related field is preferred.
Coursework in approved early childhood and/or school-age child development and curriculum planning are a plus.
CPR and First Aid certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Participate in implementing developmentally appropriate program based on Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day philosophy and mission statement
Demonstrate sensitivity and support of different cultural backgrounds of the children in the facility's care through interactions and program activities with children and families
Demonstrate understanding of typical and atypical development of infant to five-year-old children. Consult with team, Program Director, parents and other childcare professionals to help develop and follow behavior strategies designed for individual children with atypical and disruptive behaviors
Participate in planning with Head Teacher and Assistant Teacher
Participate in regular meetings with your Program Director, staff and team
Maintain open communication with Head Teacher regarding children, families and team members
Share teaching responsibilities with all staff members and provide clear and objective feedback
Plan and participate in special events for children and families to build community partnerships
Ensure that all spaces used by the program are: physically and emotionally safe / interesting and engaging for children / clean and organized
Reflect and support the lives and work of the children present
Introduce children to the diversity of our society
Support behavior management strategies based on Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day policy, with staff members and Program Director
Establish and nurture partnership with families
Communicate with families on a regular basis to: inform them of classroom curriculum and activities and solicit information about their child's development and family events
Participate in accreditation and re-accreditation processes for your site
Become familiar with and follow all Maryland child care licensing regulations
Attend a minimum of 18 hours of MSDE/OCC approved staff training yearly
Maintain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification
Assist with toilet training and diapering as needed
Maintain a clean, sanitary, healthy and friendly classroom environment following NAEYC guidelines
Recognize and report signs of illness, child abuse and safety hazard to appropriate authorities
Follow NAEYC Ethical Code of Conduct
Become familiar with and abide by all Wonders Child Care policies, including those in the staff handbook, parent handbook and terms of employment
Other duties or responsibilities as assigned