Daycare Teacher

Racker USA; Kellys Cross; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Daycare Teacher, where you'll inspire and nurture young lives in a supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to implement play-based instruction that fosters growth and positive self-esteem in children. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, including tuition assistance and discounts on childcare services. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying professional growth in a nurturing setting. If you're passionate about working with children, apply today and help build a brighter future for every child!

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

20% discount on childcare services

Qualifications

• Education in Early Childhood or related field is required.
• Physical capability to assist children and engage in activities.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and co-plan with the Special Education Teacher.
• Provide high-quality care and instruction through fun activities.
• Maintain open communication with families.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

9 College credits in Early Childhood

Job description

Overview

Shape Young Lives and Build a Bright Future!Are you ready to inspire and nurture the next generation? Join our team as a Daycare Teacher, where you’ll collaborate with a dynamic Early Childhood Special Education team to design and implement play-based instruction for children, fostering growth, learning, and positive self-esteem. This opportunity is within an inclusive special education classroom, ensuring each child gets the attention they deserve.

Position Details:

• Full-time: 40hours per week, Monday–Friday, following our daycare calendar.
• Competitive rate of pay: $17.50 per hour.
• Racker offers benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and co-plan under the lead of the Special Education Teacher and in collaboration with other Daycare Teachers using assigned curriculum.
• Provide high quality care and instruction to all students through fun age and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
• Actively participate in team meetings, sharing educational insights and problem-solving collaboratively.
• Maintain open communication with families, keeping them informed and supported.
• Collaborate with the team to utilize diverse techniques and perspectives in program design.
• Keep accurate records of children’s progress and attendance, and prepare reports for parent conferences.
• Attend required training sessions, ensuring compliance with OCFS regulations and program requirements.
• And other duties as assigned.
• Bring your creativity, energy, and passion!

Qualifications

Education (one of the following):

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, or related field OR
• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and 1 year related experience, OR
• 9 College credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field with a plan of study to get to CDA or Associate Degree and 2 years of experience related to caring for children.

Physical Capability

• Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.

Why Join Us?Be part of a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions directly impact the growth and happiness of children and their families. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful difference every day.

Take the Next Step!If you’re passionate about working with children and want to be part of a collaborative, caring team, apply today and help us build a brighter future for every child!

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