Full -Time Daycare Teacher

Summary

Overview: We are seeking an upbeat, dependable, energetic, and warm individual who can engage with children and create a positive environment. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working with children, is passionate about early childhood education, and is available to work five days a week up to 6 P.M. A minimum of six months of experience in a licensed daycare center is required to be considered for a Lead Qualified position.

Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans that foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Supervise daily activities, ensuring the well-being of each child.
• Encourage positive social interactions and teamwork among children.
• Communicate effectively with parents, providing updates on their child’s progress and addressing any concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of children's development and behavior.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance the overall daycare experience.
• Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Ensure a safe and well-behaved environment for all children.
• Lead creative activities, including crafts, games, and learning experiences.
• Prepare snacks and meals for children.
• Maintain a clean and organized daycare center.
• Comfort children who are upset or homesick.
• Facilitate activities to teach basic literacy, including the alphabet and basic reading skills.
• Assist with the feeding, changing, and carrying of infants at the daycare center.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in childcare or early childhood education preferred.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices.
• Familiarity with first aid and emergency procedures.
• Ability to design engaging activities that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing attitude toward children.
• High school diploma required; Some college coursework in early childhood education is a plus.
• At least six months of experience working in a childcare setting.
• Emotional maturity, flexibility, and the ability to cooperate with the aims of the program.
• Ability to collaborate with parents to support their child’s learning and development.
• Must pass tuberculosis testing and background checks required by the PCC and VDOE.
• Reliable, regular attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in first aid or CPR is highly desirable.
• Experience working with special education needs is a plus.
• Bilingual

Benefits

Why Join Us? By becoming part of our team, you’ll play an important role in shaping the early educational experiences of young children. You will help provide a solid foundation for their future learning and growth in a warm, supportive environment.

About Us

At First Steps Children Learning Center, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of children by fostering the development of new skills and providing exceptional childcare and education. We believe that every child deserves to feel loved, respected, and valued for their unique qualities. Our commitment is to create an environment where each child is treated with dignity, kindness, and care, empowering them to grow and thrive. .First Steps Children Learning Center enrolls children from the age of six weeks up through the age of 5.