Child Care Teacher-Floater

meskwaki; Tama (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Meskwaki is seeking a Child Care Teacher (Floater) to substitute and support daily classroom activities within the Child Care department. The role involves designing schedules, supervising sessions, and using diverse teaching methods to nurture children's growth.

The ideal candidate has a degree in early childhood education or related credentials, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety and confidentiality. Training opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as classroom teacher in child care setting.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods.
• Ability to create lesson plans.
• Patience, flexibility and love for children.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Certificate in mandatory reporter, first aid and CPR or willing to obtain within the first month of employment.
• Be able to lift children assigned to your care multiple times daily.
• Must pass enhanced background check.

Responsibilities

• Implement classroom activities in the absence of a teacher or as a substitute.
• Design and follow a full schedule of activities and teaching materials.
• Provide supervision and ensure daily class functionality.
• Balance teaching between logical and social exercises.
• Provide basic care and caregiving activities.
• Use a wide range of teaching methods to enhance the child's abilities.
• Support emotional wellbeing of the children.
• Communicate with parents about progress.
• Observe interactions and promote concord.
• Identify behavioral problems and determine actions.
• Collaborate with colleagues.
• Adhere to safety regulations and policies.
• Supervise children in all settings.
• Report injuries to Center Director.
• Pursue ongoing training in Early Childhood Development.

Skills

Child development

Lesson planning

Communication skills

Time management

Education

BS/AA in Early Childhood Development

CDA

CoM

CCP

Willingness to obtain CDA/CoM/CCP within 18 months

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Child Care Teacher (Floater)

DEPARTMENT: Child Care

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt CATEGORY: Essential

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for implementing classroom activities either in the absence of a teacher or on a daily basis in place of a teacher as needed.
• Design and follow a full schedule of activities and discover suitable teaching material
• Responsible for overall supervision and daily class functionality
• Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises
• Provide basic care and caregiving activities
• Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child's abilities
• Support emotional wellbeing of the children
• Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children
• Observe children's interactions and promote the spirit of concord
• Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action
• Collaborate with other colleagues
• Adhere with teaching standards and safety regulations as established by organization policies and procedure
• Supervise children at all times - in classroom, on playground, on field trips, during parties, etc.
• Report all injuries/accidents occurring during shift to Center Director
• Be willing to gain more knowledge, experience, and training in the field of Early Childhood Development by attending Center staff meetings and local, state, regional, and national child care meetings/training.
• Maintain client, employee, and agency confidentiality.
• Maintain classroom in a clean and orderly manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• BS or AA in Early Childhood Development, Child Development Associate (CDA), Certificate of Mastery (CoM), Certified Childcare Professional (CCP), or willingness to obtain CDA/CoM/CCP within 18 months of hire.
• At least one year of experience as classroom teacher in child care setting
• Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods
• Ability to create lesson plans
• Patience, flexibility and love for children
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Certificate in mandatory reporter, first aid and CPR or willing to obtain within the first month of employment.
• Be able to lift children assigned to your care multiple times daily
• Must pass enhanced background check

SUPERVISION

- Supervised by the Child Care Center Director.

SALARY LEVEL

- Annual Salary Range: $35,235 - $47,569