Early Childhood Educators (lead, co-lead, & associate)

Teddy Bear Day Care LLC; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TBDC & Learning Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan is opening vacancies for Early Childhood Educators at lead, co-lead, and associate positions. We provide play-based learning for children from birth to twelve years old and emphasize family partnerships in a village-like atmosphere.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of experience in early childhood education, a degree in education or a related field (or pursuing one), and a warm, nurturing, professional approach focused on safety and

Qualifications

• Have at least one year of professional experience in an early childhood education setting.
• Be flexible, passionate, and risk-taking.
• Have a college degree in education or a related field, or one in progress.
• Be ready to make life-long connections to young children and their families.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs.
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times.
• Be warm and nurturing with children.
• Be a positive role model for all care giving staff and children.
• Be customer service orientated and professional.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in activities that stimulate their cognitive, social, and physical development.
• Assist children with activities of daily life.
• Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child's day.
• Help facilitate daily activities, using developmentally appropriate practice.
• Create and maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family member.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities.
• Attend and engage in family events and staff events that may occur in evening or weekends.
• Assist with the completion of daily sheets.
• Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects regarding all aspects of the children's care as well as classroom management.
• Maintain a professional image and project the values of TBDC at all times.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Flexibility

Passion for teaching

Risk-taking

Communication with families

Customer service oriented

Warm and nurturing

Professional demeanor

Education

Education degree (in progress)

Education degree or related field

Job description

Future Opening: Early Childhood Educators (lead, co-lead, & associate)

Full Time • Ypsilanti

TBDC & Learning Center is a nationally accredited center in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Play is the work of a young child, and when supported in quality early childhood environments it can have life long positive impacts.

There are classrooms for every age between birth and twelve-years old. Team members work together to plan and implement play experiences for the children in our care. We believe in the idea that "It Takes a Village", and each strive to be that village. Relationships with families, children, and colleagues are based in strong communication. Beyond that, every individual is responsible for helping maintain a clean and safe environment.

Ideal candidates should:

• Have at least one year of professional experience in an early childhood education setting
• Be flexible, passionate, and risk-taking
• Have a college degree in education or a related field, or one in progress
• Be ready to make life-long connections to young children and their families
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times
• Be warm and nurturing with children
• Be a positive role model for all care giving staff and children
• Be customer service orientated and professional

Responsibilities:

• Engage children in activities that stimulate their cognitive, social, and physical development
• Assist children with activities of daily life
• Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child's day
• Help facilitate daily activities, using developmentally appropriate practice
• Create and maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family member
• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities
• Attend and engage in family events and staff events that may occur in evening or weekends
• Assist with the completion of daily sheets
• Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects regarding all aspects of the children's care as well as classroom management
• Maintain a professional image and project the values of TBDC at all times

ABOUT TBDC & LEARNING CENTER

Opening its doors in 1990, TBDC was founded on the idea that children learn best through play and exploration. We know that in the first five years, children learn and absorb more than they will for the rest of their lives. This is also the time when our capacity for learning social skills is at its largest. Children are inspired daily to ask questions and seek the answers. Failures are celebrated as an important part of the learning process. Furthermore, they teach us to be resilient which is a necessary life skill.

Our center strives to be the village that families deserve. Children may begin with us in our infant program and continue their early childhood experiences through pre-kindergarten. We also offer programs for elementary children—before and after school, days off, as well as a summer camp.

We know that the key to our success is our teaching team. Each of our classrooms are led by highly qualified and trained lead teachers who are supported by passionate associates. These teams work together to facilitate inspiring, play-based activities which support children's cognitive, social, and emotional development.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Children's educational experiences ought to reflect who they are as individuals. Diverse experiences ought to be provided which support their unique learning styles and interests. They ought to have daily experiences which support their healthy development, in a warm and stimulating environment.