Childcare Teacher

Diocese of Grand Rapids; Michigan; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Grand Rapids is seeking a full-time childcare teacher to provide a nurturing environment for children. The teacher will ensure a safe, secure learning setting and help foster independence among pupils, preparing them socially and academically for preschool.

Qualifications include a Child Development credential or an associate degree, with opportunities to collaborate on lesson planning and evaluate growth, while keeping parents informed via communication tools.

Qualifications

• Child Development credential or associate degree, or willingness to enroll in CDA program.
• Collaborate on lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Complete monthly trainings to comply with Child Care Licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure learning environment.
• Evaluate pupil’s academic and social growth.
• Create an environment for learning both indoors and outdoors.

Skills

Communication with parents

Collaborative planning

Hands-on activities

Education

Child Development credential or associate degree

Job description

When families choose our program, they are enrolling their child in a welcoming individualized nurturing environment centered in God and in service to others. We are a state licensed Child Care program that focuses on the individual needs of each child. Our St. Catherine campus has an infant room, a toddler room, Young Preschool Room, and Preschool/Kindergarten Room. After school our Preschool becomes our aftercare room for Preschool aged and older. We are looking to hire a full time childcare teacher.

Job Goal

The goal of a Divine Providence Academy teacher is to provide a safe and secure learning environment for families and children. The teacher will work in a collaborative environment to support children as learners and foster independence to get them ready socially and academically for preschool.

Qualifications for Teachers

• Child Development credential or associate degree, or willingness to enroll in CDA program is a plus not required
• Co‑teach with up to two other teachers in the classroom
• Collaborate on lesson plans and instructional material and provide appropriate hands‑on activities to meet the needs of each pupil.
• Complete monthly trainings to comply with Child Care Licensing requirements
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of emails, notes, phone calls, and updating the daily Tadpole app.
• Evaluate pupil’s academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and prepare reports.
• Administer the Ages and Stages Questionnaire when scheduled to ensure milestones are being met.
• Create an environment for learning both indoors and outdoors for all students.