Child Care Teacher

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Child Care Teacher to join their team. This role involves planning and supervising programs for young children, ensuring a nurturing and respectful environment. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and a strong understanding of child development practices. You will be responsible for creating engaging learning experiences, communicating effectively with parents, and contributing to community events. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and love working with children, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or working towards it.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for children ages 0-6.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement classroom programs according to policies.
• Evaluate children for development and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Participate in community-oriented events and maintain classroom environment.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

CPR and First Aid Certification

Classroom Management

Planning and Organization

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Continuing Education (20 hours/year)

Job description

Position Title: Child Care Teacher

Reports To: Child Care Director

Supervises: Child Care Assistant Teachers

Pay Grade: 204

Salary Range: $19.29 - $21.78

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a passion for fulfilling the mission of The Salvation Army and must be articulate in presenting the same to others.

Candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background inquiry

Responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise and implement the program for the class in accordance with the polices and philosophies of The Salvation Army.


• Gear the program to the needs of each individual child with concern for his/her interests, abilities, special talents, individual style and pace of learning.


• Treat each child with dignity and respect.


• Help each child become aware of his/her role as an integral member of the group.


• Responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor and learning environment of the classroom.


• Assume an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff.


• Attend all staff meetings.


• Submit daily lunch count to the kitchen.


• Participate in required training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth.


• Implement methods for effectively utilizing the services of classroom assistants, student teachers and volunteers.


• Plan and implement methods of establishing a positive liaison with the parents of each child.


• Notify parents of sick children and relay policies for the child's return to the classroom.


• Assist in community oriented events and activities.


• Evaluate all children for development or make contact for each child to be evaluated.


• Write goals for each child in the classroom.


• Conduct at least one parent/teacher conference each school year.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Minimum of an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or actively working towards it with at least nine semester hours already completed.

Experience: Have a working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for children ages 0-6; comply with Illinois Department of Child and Family Services employment eligibility; must have or be willing to obtain within 90 days CPR and First Aid certification; must be able to pass background check; maintain confidentiality of parents and child's information; must maintain twenty hours of continuing education per year.

Travel may be required.

Position Ranking:

Regular, Full Time, Non-Exempt

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This Position has a high level of movement and flexibility. You must be comfortable working with small children. You will be on your hands and knees as well as crouching down several times a day to interact with the children. Must be able to sit on the floor with children as well as sit on the small chairs. Low impact sports and interaction with the children will often be required as well as lifting twenty-five pounds often and up to fifty pounds occasionally. This is a high level noise position with children talking, playing and yelling several times a day.