Lead Child Care Teacher - Amber Valley

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for an assigned area in a childcare center setting. Create and lead an environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting. Cultivates a childcare environment that provides a quality of service that customers describe as excellent.

Requirements

• Associates degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required.
• Two years experience in childcare and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities required.
• BLS, Pediatric CPT, AED, First Aid must be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Annual CE training up to 13 hours required.
• Fingerprinting and federal background check completed prior to entering the building/classroom.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification & three years experience may be substituted for degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of developmentally-appropriate curriculum that supports and enhances children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
• Assess the skills and progress of each child using observations, assessment tools, and activity records.
• Create a positive and constructive relationship with parents and families.
• Train and supervise staff, providing guidance and coaching as needed.
• Lead monthly staff meetings in assigned room and provide input to staff reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree