Nursery Teacher

phmc.org; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking a dedicated Nursery Teacher to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will lead daily activities for infants, fostering a nurturing and educational environment. You will be responsible for conducting parent/teacher conferences, maintaining attendance and progress reports, and collaborating with fellow educators to create engaging activities. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young children and their families. If you have a passion for early childhood education and are committed to providing high-quality care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities with infants, ensuring a nurturing environment.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences and maintain progress reports.
• Collaborate with staff to create developmentally appropriate activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Emotional Stability

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Independence

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine before the first day of employment.

Service Area: Behavioral Health

Program: Interim House West

Job Overview:

The Nursery Teacher will assist in the implementation of daily activities under the guidance of the Family Services Coordinator.
Report to: Family Services Coordinator

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the implementation of daily activities with infants in the nursery.
2. Conduct daily floor play with each infant.
3. Take daily attendance of infants.
4. Complete progress reports, nursery report cards, and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
5. Conduct weekly parent and child time sessions with various bonding activities between mothers and infants.
6. Conduct daily feeding and diaper changing of infants during daycare hours.
7. Conduct daily washing of toys and other materials in the nursery.
8. Develop and maintain a constructive and ongoing rapport with children and parents.
9. Create activities that are developmentally educational for the infants.
10. Collaborate with other teachers to ensure that the daycare fosters an environment that is inviting and nurturing for every child.
11. Deliver reports on potential concerns about children to management as needed.
12. Manage day-to-day classroom activities, including structured lessons, free play, toilet breaks, and rest time for infants.

Skills:

1. Ability to interact with staff and clients in a professional and courteous manner.
2. Good judgment and problem-solving skills.
3. Highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
4. Strong professional boundaries and interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Emotional stability and personal adjustment to act as a role model for residents.
6. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
7. Punctuality and reliability required.
8. Ability to implement and support IHW treatment philosophy.

Education Requirement:

Associates degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. High School diploma or GED required.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt. This position is classified as salaried non-exempt in accordance with FLSA standards.

Education:

Required: High School or better.
Preferred: Associates or better in Early Childhood Education.

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.