Early Childhood Teacher

Regional Health Services of Howard County; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to provide supervision and foster development in children. The role involves creating lesson plans, ensuring safety, and engaging with families. Candidates must have a CDA credential or relevant degree and certifications in CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or degree in ECE required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification needed within three months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children indoors and outdoors.
• Create and implement lesson plans.
• Engage families through communication.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in ECE

Tools

Google Platform

Job description

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Responsibilities include:

1. Providing supervision to children indoors and outdoors at all times.
2. Following health and safety standards in line with DHS licensing and Caring for our Children National Health and Safety standards.
3. Meeting the basic needs of children respecting their developmental and cultural backgrounds.
4. Promoting healthy eating and mealtime practices according to CACFP guidelines.
5. Creating and implementing weekly lesson plans and activities to foster learning and development, using the endorsed curriculum.
6. Assessing children's developmental levels both formally and informally, maintaining confidentiality.
7. Engaging families through newsletters, conferences, events, and ongoing communication.
8. Participating in professional development activities totaling 20 hours annually, including trainings through EcQuip, Early Head Start, DHS, and others.

Minimum qualifications include:

1. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent, or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field.
2. CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within three months of hire.
3. Mandatory Child and Adult Abuse Reporter training within 30 days of employment.
4. Must be 18 or older and meet all HHS hiring requirements.
5. Preferred prior experience in an early childhood center.
6. Knowledge of child development and early childhood education.
7. Ability to work with children and families facing special circumstances.
8. Physical ability to move quickly and get up and down from the floor.
9. Proficiency with computers and Google Platform.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is core to Trinity Health, a large not-for-profit Catholic healthcare system. We value a workforce rich in diverse experiences and talents and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.