The posting
VPK Teacher Full Time Days | Monday-Friday | 830AM-530PM | $16.50-$18.50/hr
Requirements: Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or degree in Early Childhood Education 15hr Emergent Literacy Training (ELT)
Summary of Position
The primary purpose of the Teacher is to implement the infant, toddler, or preschool program and the general supervision and management of a group of children.
Essential Job Functions
- Plan and implement a program the meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group, through developmentally appropriate practices, in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the program.
- Write objective for the group.
- Assume responsibility in conjunction with co-workers for preparing and posting weekly lesson plans and submitting a copy to the director one week before teaching.
- Post all curriculum information, schedule, and menus for parents.
- Interest with children and encourage their involvement in group activities.
- Gear the program to the needs of the individual child, with concern for their interests, special needs and talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
- Plan and supervise class outing/field trips when age appropriate.
- Observer, record, and report significant individual and/or group behavior/illness and keep co-workers and the director informed.
- Responsible for seeing that the children’s daily notes are completed.
- Keep accurate records of children’s attendance and progress, including written comments on each child’s development.
- Continually evaluate each child’s progress and communicate these professional observations to the appropriate teammates and to the child’s parents through participation in formal conferences offered at least twice a year.
- Establish and maintain good communication with parents through verbal contact on a daily basis, written notes and/or phone conversations and wearing a nametag. Sensitive issues must be discussed with the director before approaching the parents.
- Responsible for actively supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Be alert to the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group.
- Know how many children are in the group and where they are at all times. Never leave a child or group of children unattended.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource for other staff.
- Continually train and supervise the activities of assistant, aides, substitutes, and new co-workers assigned to the group, helping them relate to and supervise the children.
- Use and understand progressive discipline.
- Model appropriate positive behavior guideline, techniques, and train other staff so that positive discipline is consistent.
- Work together with all program staff to solve problems, achieve goals, and respectfully communicate needs.
- Responsible for educational resource materials, equipment, classroom atmosphere, and initiating communication with the director regarding program needs and concerns.
- Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness in assigned room or area. This may include vacuuming, mopping, sink/bathroom cleaning, counter tops, and room clean up, etc.
- Share responsibility with other staff members for the general maintenance and cleanliness of entire building and ground under the direction and supervision of the director.
- Be flexible to the staffing needs of the entire program, not just a specific group, and understand that hours are subject to change due to fluctuating enrollment and the needs of the program.
- Monitor the staff-to-child ratio in the group and inform the director of any significant change.
- Assist in evacuation of the building in an emergency and be able to respond immediately to any emergency situation.
- Comply with all applicable universal precautions and infection control guidelines and procedures.
- Be familiar with and abide by licensing regulations and all program policies and procedures.
- Attend professional workshops and participate in in-service training as required by the department to human services.
- Attend all staff meetings and participate in program and family events.
- Arrive in the classroom on time and be ready to interact positively with all children, parents, and staff.
- Use love rituals throughout the day with the children.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Critical Skills
- Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
- Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
- Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
- Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
- Knowledge/proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite.
Education and Experience
- Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
- Experience in teaching in an early childhood classroom, supervising staff, and managing a childcare center. Must possess leadership and communication skills.
- Certificate or degree in child development or a related field with an emphasis in early childhood education.
- CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.
Physical Requirements - The Physical activities of this position involve:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times
- Alternating between standing and sitting
Cognitive Requirements - The Cognitive activities with or without prosthetics of this position are:
- Executes tasks independently
- Ability to express yourself clearly and effectively
- General computer literacy
Environmental Requirements - An individual in this position may be exposed to:
- Ambient room temperatures and lighting
Other Requirements -
- n/a
Platinum Service®
Platinum Service® is characterized by a high level of responsiveness delivered in a competent, timely and caring way. Employees commit to providing courteous, responsive, and quality service to our residents by following the principles of our Platinum Service® program.
Conclusion
All employees are expected to follow all policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook, department policy, and procedure manuals and with your supervisor. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
Acknowledgement
I understand this job description and its requirements, and that I am expected to complete all job-related duties as assigned. I understand the essential functions may be altered from time to time.
By signing below, I acknowledge I am able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. If I require reasonable accommodation, I will inform the recruiter/hiring manager, my manager, or Human Resources and agree to participate in the interactive process to discuss possible accommodations.
Caring for kiddos since 1996.
The Learning Center is an experiential preschool and day care that provides children from eight weeks through Pre-K with an engaging and interactive environment. With our location at The Palms of Largo's assisted living community Cypress Palms, intergenerational connections are made every day. This unique learning experience unites the students with 'grandfriends' from the Palms of Largo campus and provides both children and seniors with purpose, connection and community.
