Young Minds Childcare Teacher

Yukon Public Schools•Yukon, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for implementing weekly lesson plans using the Oklahoma Early Learning Guidelines with age-appropriate activities for children in various developmental areas. The teacher will also observe and document each child's progress, maintain communication with parents, and ensure a safe and clean classroom environment.

Requirements

One year full-time experience in an early childhood environment
Obtain a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and first aid annually

Nice To Haves

Twenty hours of professional development yearly
Master Teachers are required to have a Level 4 or higher PD L

Responsibilities

Follow guidelines established by Department of Human Services
Implement weekly lesson plans using the Oklahoma Early Learning Guidelines with age-appropriate activities for the children in creative skills, language arts, math, health, safety and physical development, science, social and personal skills, and social studies.
Use children’s needs and interests to inform weekly lessons and planning.
Rotate, add, and arrange classroom equipment to support children’s learning activities reflected on lesson plans and to engage children’s imaginations and interests
Observe and document each child's progress, accomplishments, and challenges and provide a written report to the Director and parents a minimum of twice a year
Maintain an open line of communication with parents and families
Provide daily sheets to families as well as verbal communication
Demonstrate unity and be a positive role model for families, co-workers, and children
Follow the chain of command with any issues or concerns
Notify the Director or person in charge of any upcoming vacations or needs for time off
Attend personnel meetings and functions sponsored by center
Supervise and assist afternoon relief when necessary
Alert Director when equipment or center needs repairs
Ensure cleanliness and safety at all times
Make hand washing for all a routine practice, oversee hand washing during toileting
Change wet clothing as needed, following sanitary procedures
Serve and clean up lunch