Toddler Teacher

Clear Springs Academy is a year-round, licensed childcare facility. At CSA, early childhood teachers are responsible for carrying out a daily program designed to meet the children's physical and developmental needs. The center closes for one week in July and two weeks at Christmas to provide our teachers with dedicated time to rest and recharge.

We are seeking teachers who are assertive, creative, emotionally mature and have a sense of humor. Early education teachers must also be sensitive to children's needs and relate well to both children and adults.

Teachers are responsible for implementing lessons that align with our curriculum and meet the needs of our students.

Duties:

• Implementing the daily program of appropriate developmental and educational experiences for children.
• Facilitate age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences that promote cognitive, language, and early academic development, rather than passive supervision.
• Creating a safe and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow.
• Maintaining a physical environment conducive to children’s growth and development including arranging and preparing supplies for planned activities.
• Considering and providing for the needs of each child.
• Supervising children’s play activities by participating with children in group games, learning centers and other activities while enforcing safety rules.
• Encouraging children to develop positive social relationships with each other, staff, and visitors.
• Guiding children to learn and adapt to real-life situations and to develop appropriate habits in such activities as eating, dressing, napping and personal hygiene. Aiding when necessary.
• Making daily observations of the health of children and reporting conditions that require attention, administering first aid treatment if necessary.
• Supervising and encouraging the development of assistant teachers, aides, and other childcare personnel in the classroom.
• Participating in staff meetings, training sessions, workshops, and other professional development.
• Ensuring that equipment and materials are accessible, appropriate, and in good condition.
• Performing classroom related maintenance duties.
• Cooperating with the program directors with the evaluation of assistants.
• Performing related duties as assigned.
• Provide regular feedback to parents on their child's progress in a positive and professional manner.

Requirements:

• 18 Years of Age
• High diploma or equivalent
• Availability Full-time, M-F. Working schedule to vary based on center need during operating hours.
• Dependable and reliable
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification or willing to obtain.
• Good physical health to maintain energy level for stooping, running, standing, sitting on ground/floor, carrying children.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members.
• Basic understanding of early childhood development.
• Passion for working with children and helping them succeed.

If you meet the requirements listed above and are passionate about teaching children, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• What hobbies interest you the most in your downtime?
• Can you share why you are seeking a new position and what you're looking for in your next role?
• What does being reliable at work mean to you? Can you give an example from a past job?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person