After School/School-Age Teacher

Kiddie Academy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employee discount

IRA retirement plan

Paid CDA Certification Program

Paid time off

No Weekends

Celebrated Work Anniversaries/Births

Job summary

Kiddie Academy in Houston, TX is hiring for a classroom role responsible for daily planning, supervision of children, and collaboration with a co-teacher. You will address parents and staff concerns while maintaining a safe and engaging environment.

The position requires readiness to drive during summer field trips and supports a caring, team-oriented work culture. High school or equivalent preferred; CPR preferred or willing to obtain certification.

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for position.
• Candidate must pass a background check.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds regularly.
• Willing to drive during summer field trips activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appearance, cleanliness and safety of the classroom per guidelines.
• Complete academy and classroom paperwork (daily notes, attendance, reports).
• Attend staff meetings, academy events and parent meetings.
• Assist and supervise children during activities.
• Counsel children with social, academic or adjustment issues.
• Prepare and implement classroom lessons, programs and schedules.
• Direct activities of staff to ensure orderly classroom operations.
• Communicate information to parents and maintain classroom boards.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

CPR Certification (Preferred or Willing to Obtain)

Job description

Job Description

Our Company Culture:

We hire and retain teachers based on our 6 core values; 1) Be Respectful, 2) Provide "The Egg" Customer Service, 3)Positive Vibes Only, 4) Be a Team Player 5) Dependability, 6) Have FUN!!!

We are looking for candidates who want to become apart of our work family! If you feel you can meet our core values, you have a heart for children and you want to join a hard-working and caring team, then we encourage you to apply!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the daily planning, management, and supervision of the classroom and children. Generally, is assisted in the classroom by a co- teacher. Is responsible for ensuring that all parents, children, and classroom staff concerns are appropriately addressed. Must be willing to drive during summer field trip activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures that appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained, in accordance with the NAEYC cleaning and sanitizing guidelines. Completes all academy and classroom paperwork: for example, daily notes, student accident reports, attendance reports. Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings, as requested. Assists and supervises children during all activities. Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise. Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, program, and schedule. Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids / materials for classroom activities. Assists children with meal times and clean-up. Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly. Physically arranges the classroom into well-defined interest areas. Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner. Communicates appropriate information to parents. Maintains family information board and other classroom bulletin boards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel is not available: for example, may answer telephones at front desk, or may assist supervisor with bookkeeping tasks. Assists with planning and implementing academy-wide events. Meets with prospective families; communicates appropriately with potential new customers. Performs other similar or related duties as necessary. All employees are required to receive 30 hours of training each calendar year per DFPS requirements.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet state requirements for position. Candidate must pass a background check to qualify for employment. Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high.

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee discount
• IRA retirement plan
• Paid CDA Certification Program
• Paid time off
• No Weekends
• Celebrated Work Anniversaries/Birthdays
• Friendly work environment

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

All staff are required to follow our sanitizing and disinfecting procedures.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred or Willing to Obtain)

Work Location: In person