Lead Child Care Teacher - FT

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

64d•$18 - $28•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. 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. This teacher will primarily work with preschool aged children. A 4-year degree is preferred, but a CDA with extensive experience is acceptable. This teacher will be responsible for leading their room independently.

Requirements

Associates degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Two years experience in childcare and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities required. Child Development Associate (CDA) certification & three years experience may be substituted for degree.
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

A 4-year degree is preferred

Responsibilities

Create and lead an environment that supports children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting
Coordinate the implementation of developmentally-appropriate curriculum
Assess the skills and progress of each child
Create a positive and constructive relationship with parents and families
Train and supervise staff
Lead monthly staff meetings in assigned room and provide input to staff reviews