CS- Teacher

Kcarc•Vincennes, IN

About The Position

The Teacher plans, implements, and supervises all components of the children’s services curriculum within an assigned classroom, in alignment with KCARC’s mission to advocate for and provide dignified, respectful opportunities supporting the total well-being of individuals and families with special needs. The role establishes a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate learning environment; supports children’s learning and social-emotional development; builds relationships with families; and assesses children’s progress to inform classroom activities and individual goals. The Teacher also supervises, trains, and evaluates Teacher Assistants and volunteers, maintains classroom materials and records, prepares reports, and participates in staff meetings, training, and committees as directed. The position requires frequent lifting of up to 75 pounds independently and lifting more than 75 pounds with assistance. Additional hours are mandatory if needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
A baccalaureate degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field; or an Associate of Science degree in one of these fields or a related field; or a CDA while working toward an associate degree in early childhood.
Background experience in developmentally appropriate practices in an early childhood setting.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Ability to pass the state-required physical.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet departmental demands.
Maintain good hygiene.
Excellent research and writing skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use tact and empathy when dealing with people from varied backgrounds.
Ability to establish effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office products; computer literacy.
Ability to accept responsibility and demonstrate leadership.
Ability to multitask effectively in a sometimes fast-paced environment.
Ability to frequently lift up to 75 pounds independently and lift more than 75 pounds with assistance.
Ability to frequently alternate between sitting and standing; perform repetitive motions, lifting, bending, twisting, and turning.

Responsibilities

Teach, tutor, and instruct children in the activity of imparting knowledge.
Adhere to KCARC’s quality policy by continuously improving service delivery and meeting or exceeding customer requirements.
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment; keep children within sight and sound at all times and ensure classroom staff do the same.
Promote children’s physical and intellectual competence through a developmentally appropriate, language-rich classroom environment that supports learning, socialization, and physical development.
Support children’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance.
Establish positive and productive relationships with families.
Implement policies, procedures, and work instructions; provide a daily written plan of activities and learning opportunities that identifies targeted skills and their purpose.
Use the current curriculum to conduct initial and ongoing assessments of each child, complete quarterly classroom reports, establish individual goals, and use assessment information to plan activities and learning opportunities.
For children with special needs, coordinate each child’s individualized plan with related-services personnel.
Supervise, train, and evaluate Teacher Assistants and volunteers; communicate expectations and hold them accountable.
Complete required logs and prepare and timely submit departmental reports, inventories, and supply lists as needed.
Manage the use and care of materials, supplies, equipment, and the classroom environment; notify appropriate staff of problems.
Maintain professionalism when dealing with children, parents, coworkers, and the public.
Serve on committees as directed by the Assistant Director.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned or deemed necessary.
Work additional hours when needed; additional hours are mandatory.