Toddler Teacher

Summary

A Primary Teacher/Caregiver is responsible for working cooperatively with teachers and other staff in the general supervision and management of a class of children, and also is directly responsible for their primary group of children. This includes keeping up with developmental milestones, facilitating parent-teacher conferences, sending daily/weekly updates to families.

Duties

• Take part in planning and implementing the daily program.
• With a team of teachers, assist in preparing the classroom by setting up centers and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Foster positive communication and collaboration with families.
• Supervision of the children at all times.
• Housekeeping and general clean-up.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information relating to children, families and staff.
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Participate in recommended and agreed upon training, workshops, conferences and other aspects of professional growth.
• Maintain infant, child and adult CPR and first aid certification.
• Participate in school events such as Open House, twice yearly parent meetings etc.
• Be responsible, with team teachers, for ongoing evaluation of your program and annual evaluation of the program as a whole.

Requirements

• Must meet the requirements of the Tennessee Department of Human Services standards.
• Early Childhood or related education and relevant experience are preferred.
• Willingness to participate in a professional development plan and achieve the necessary training hours required.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable navigating technology.
• Physical stamina--must be able to lift 30lbs
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and remain calm under pressure
• Flexible, able to adapt to diverse situations that may arise.
• Take initiative to fulfill typical responsibilities and help out in other ways as needed.

Nice To Haves

• TN ELDS training
• TECTA Certification

Benefits

Relaxed environment

Competitive Pay

Vacation pay

Discounted tuition

Holiday pay

No weekends