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Day Care Co-Teacher
Location:
West Des Moines, IA
Description:
The work of Dr. Maria Montessori inspires our childcare center and preschool. Our School is designed with you in mind - parents who desire a unique and high-quality care and preschool experience nestled in a warm and inviting environment for their children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We believe that children are the greatest gift of life.Salary: $13 - $14 / Hour Job type: Full-time / Part-time Shift: Monday - Friday, Dayshift Location: 6355 Beechtree Drive; West Des Moines, IA 50266 Benefits: Dental Insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program General Summary The Co-Teacher is responsible for Co-leading the assigned classroom in developing a cooperative working team among the staff members in that classroom to produce a productive and prepared learning environment. The Co-Teacher partners with parents, colleagues, and community professionals in a safe and healthy environment to provide nurturing care and developmentally appropriate education to meet children's educational, physical, and emotional needs. Essential Functions ● Provide high-quality care in a group setting that meets diverse needs and promotes the healthy development of children.● Ensures positive communication with families through regular verbal and written contact regarding the program, children's progress, opportunities for involvement, unique concerns, and family needs; conducts parent/teacher interviews and case conferences as required.● Assist with planning a stimulating, developmentally appropriate program incorporating Montessori methods and materials following organizational and legal guidelines which incorporate independent and self-directed learning experiences meeting both group and individual children's needs, varied daily activities, opportunities for child-directed play and cross-cultural, anti-racist, and non-sexist learning; participates in developing individual program plans to meet the unique needs of children; records program plans.● Provides supervision of the children; implements program plans daily; prepares appropriate materials and equipment and sets up areas for planned activities; provides a welcoming and nurturing environment by demonstrating ongoing affection, acceptance, and support of each child; guides and assists children in activities, routines and transition times; teaches appropriate behaviors and skills through modeling, counseling, mediating, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcing; implements therapy suggestions as required.● Assists the Lead Teacher, as requested, with evaluating the program and development of individual children; observes, assesses, and records children's progress and behavior and recommends group program and teaching modifications to meet needs better; assists with identifying and informing Director/Owner of special needs which may require referral.● Attends to physical needs of children; instructs and assists in developing self-help skills such as washing, dressing, toileting, and eating, as necessary; attends to diapering needs; feeds children and ensures special dietary requirements are met; ensures children are clean, dry and dressed appropriately.● Maintains a healthy and safe environment; administers and maintains records of medication and first aid; records and reports accidents and severe occurrences; operates and ensures the safety of all equipment, including special needs equipment as required; monitors children's health, records, and reports on illness and unique health conditions; cleans and disinfects toys and activity areas and carries out other program related housekeeping duties; monitors location for health and safety hazards; opens and secures facility.● Participates within a team to ensure the ongoing administration and coordination of the program's activities and certifications; records attendance; adjusts the schedule to ensure staff ratios are maintained; arranges replacement as required; participates in agency activities and committee meetings and consults with community professionals; monitors and reports on needed supplies; adheres to outside grant or certification application and award guidelines (i.e., QRS, Reach for the Stars); keeps Director/Owner advised of pertinent information.● Participates in professional development through education and training, both in-house and external, to maintain Iowa DHS approval to work in a licensed child care center and keeps up to date with developments in the field.● Respects confidentiality and relates to parents, children, and other staff members professionally and ethically.● Accomplish 'To Do' priorities as assigned● Provide prompt, friendly, and attentive service● Adhere to Alphabet Academy policies and philosophies● Exhibit an attitude of professionalism and service● Other duties as assigned Requirements Experience ● Experience working in education, childcare, or adult care fields● Experience with Montessori teaching methods beneficial Education ● High school diploma or GED required● Higher education preferred, such as a Certification/Certificate or Associates Degree or higher● Child-related experience or degree preferred● Education and/or experience in Montessori teaching methods beneficial Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities ● Must be able to pass Iowa DHS and FBI background checks● Must maintain Iowa DHS approval to work in a licensed childcare center● Basic computer and math skills● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills● Reliable transportation● Maintain a positive and professional work environment● Passion for children and education● Attention to detail● Willing to learn all areas of the center and help train others● Proven track record of being a team player● Availability must be flexible to the needs of the business● Minimum age requirement is 18 years of age Physical Requirements (with or without accommodation) ● Ability to walk and be on feet for up to 12 hours a day● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds● Ability to bend repeatedly Schedule: After School Monday to Friday No weekends License/Certification: First Aid & CPR Certification (Preferred) Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
DW Bridges
Posted:
January 25 on ApplicantList
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