Early Childcare Teacher, CDA Required

EQA Schools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Educators for Quality Alternatives (EQA) seeks a dedicated NET Childcare Teacher to lead the care and instruction for up to six infants or toddlers. You will work with an Assistant Childcare teacher, mentor EQA/YEP students who are parents, and ensure a safe, loving environment aligned with developmentally appropriate practices. The role requires 3+ years in daycare or early childhood settings, and a BA or CDA.

Start ASAP at 12000 Hayne Blvd. 8-hour shifts between 7:30 AM and 5 PM.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building & management skills.
• Learning mindset dedicated to effectively solving problems and improving.

Responsibilities

• Leading the instruction and daily care of up to 6 infants/toddlers at a time.
• Overseeing and collaborating with the Assistant Childcare teacher.
• Communicating with and mentoring EQA/YEP students who are parents.
• Insuring a safe, loving, and developmentally-appropriate setting.
• Complying with all appropriate policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship management

Problem solving

Education

BA or CDA

Job description

Educators for Quality Alternatives (EQA)

EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, The NET: Central City which opened in 2011, The NET: Gentilly which opened in 2017, and a third high school campus, NET: East / New Orleans Accelerated High School (NOAH), which opened in 2020 as a merger with ReNEW Accelerated High School. Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media. EQA also serves middle school students through The Bridge Middle School, a therapeutic program for 7th and 8th grade struggling students. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.

Position Summary

NET Childcare Teacher will be responsible for:

• Leading the instruction and daily care of up to 6 infants/toddlers at a time
• Overseeing and collaborating with the Assistant Childcare teacher
• Communicating with and mentoring EQA/YEP students who are parents
• Insuring a safe, loving, and developmentally-appropriate setting
• Complying with all appropriate policies and procedures

Position Requirements:

• 3+ years teaching in a daycare or early childhood setting
• A BA or CDA required

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, relationship building & management skills
• Learning mindset dedicated to effectively and innovatively problem solving and constantly improving
• Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
• Commitment to EQA’s mission, vision and growth

Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: 12000 Hayne Blvd.
• Schedule: shifts will be 8 hours, sometime between 7:30 - 5:00 PM
• Salary: $35,000/plus benefits and retirement
• Reports to: Director of Early Childhood

EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.