CDC Teacher Preschool

Youth & Family Services•Rapid City, SD

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth & Family Services (YFS) is seeking a full-time Teacher for their Child Development Center (CDC) in Rapid City, SD. This position is responsible for the implementation of Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing Regulations, assisting children in achieving individualized goals, and creating a healthy, safe, and learning environment. The role involves planning and conducting home visits and parent-teacher conferences, utilizing developmentally appropriate practices, and supporting parents in their involvement with the program. The teacher will also maintain accurate records, supervise classroom staff, and ensure child safety at all times. Additional duties include promoting YFS programs, attending meetings and trainings, maintaining confidentiality, and assisting with recruitment and budget monitoring.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education preferred.
Current South Dakota teaching certificate with minor or endorsement in early childhood education or Bachelor's degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children required.
Associate degree in early childhood education may be considered.
Transport children as assigned and be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with performance standards and the Substance Abuse/Misuse Policy for Safety Sensitive Positions & Employees Driving Children.
Must meet SD Child Care Licensing Regulations if required for position.
Good teamwork and networking skills.
Maintain current credentials and certifications.
Current vehicle liability insurance and a valid driver's license required.
Ability to communicate and cooperate with children, other staff, and parents effectively and tactfully.
Ability to work with people of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Must have knowledge and experience in child development and early childhood education; the fundamentals of child health, safety, and nutrition; adult learning principles / family dynamics / adult education.
Computer competency.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for implementation of all applicable Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing Regulations.
Assist in securing the required 20% non-federal match as required by the Department of Health & Human Services.
Work in conjunction with appropriate staff to help children achieve individualized goals using the information from screenings and assessments.
Implement IEP/RTI requirements when appropriate.
Assist in completion of screenings and assessments within 45 days of enrollment.
Create, support, and maintain a healthy, safe, learning environment conducive to each child's intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and aesthetic development.
Plan and implement two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences per child lasting one hour.
Utilize developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and incorporate CLASS dimensions in the classroom and follow ECERS standards.
Assist Coordinator with hiring, training and supervising classroom staff.
Establish and maintain a positive and trusting relationship with children and their families.
Support parents to become involved in the programs curriculum approach to child development, education, school readiness and family partnership agreements.
Maintain accurate records for each child, data entry, and completion of appropriate documents and referrals as needed in a timely manner.
Follow Youth & Family Services Discipline Policy and Behavior Management Guidelines.
Direct teacher assistants, substitutes, and volunteers to carry out daily operations and to actively supervise and engage children at all times to ensure child safety.
Actively supervise and engage children at all times to ensure child safety.
Promote and support all YFS programs and services.
Act in accordance with purpose, philosophy, values, goals, policies, and procedures of YFS.
Assume Coordinator responsibilities in their absence if assigned.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings as requested by supervisor.
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and organized environment for staff and families.
Encourage parents to attend Parent Association meetings and other center activities.
Maintain confidentiality as it relates to information about children, families, and other staff members.
Must learn and execute emergency preparedness plan and be responsive to emergencies that may arise.
Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
Assist in recruitment of children, families, and volunteers for program services.
Monitor and adhere to budget of classroom expenses.
Keep supplies updated and current.