Infant/Toddler Teacher - Chesapeake Area

Apple Tree Kids•Chesapeake, VA

1d•$33,280 - $42,000

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: For over 35 years, Apple Tree Learning Centers has been providing a Christian-based preschool and primary school education. We are currently looking for a full-time Child Care Teacher at our Chesapeake Location. This position offers a competitive salary, ranging from $33,280 to $42,000BOE, including the Benefits listed below. We provide training and support to help you foster your talents and grow your career at Apple Tree Learning Centers.

Requirements

Preferred Bachelor’s or Associates degree in related field or equivalent or CDA or 24 hours of Early Childcare courses.
Have six months of supervised programmatic experience.
Minimum age requirement of 18 years.
Requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: CPR, First Aid, DHO, Virginia Pre- service Training and Virginia Pre-service Training Update (within a year of original Pre-Service).
Positive role model with strong leadership, conflict resolution, and supervisory responsibilities of all program areas.
A current negative TB test and satisfactory Criminal Record check and Child Protective Services check are required.
Requires strong organizational skills, lesson planning and experience working with children and parents.
Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Must possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.

Responsibilities

Implements curriculum within the established guidelines while encouraging curiosity, exploration and problem solving.
Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
Supervise children, classroom, playground and all activities, and on field trips.
Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
Provides opportunities and support for children to understand, acquire and use verbal and nonverbal means of communicating.
Conducts parent conferences and maintains positive relationships.
Be alert, friendly and responsive to children, parents and co-workers.
Enforce safety rules and report/treat/document any issues or injuries.
Punctuality and dependability is a must.
Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings and staff trainings.
Attend special events: Graduation, Christmas programs
Willing to work with all age groups, willing to change classrooms as needed to meet staffing requirements.
Maintains required program records, maintains program site and equipment.
Furthers the overall mission and goals of Apple Tree Learning Center.
Perform other duties as assigned.