Qureos Mentor

KIDSPOT

Job Summary Provides a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Follows a schedule and lesson plan by which classrooms are conducted. May lead and functionally supervise teacher's assistants.Duties &amp; ResponsibilitiesEnsure classroom compliance with all regulating agencies which includesDivision of Child Care and EarlyChildhood Education and Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance.Ensures developmental screening has been completed as required within 45 days of enrollment for enrolled children 3 and up.Participates in the development and oversees implementation of each child&rsquo;s Individual Treatment Plan (ITP).Completes the following tasks for children enrolled in the ABC program: COPA, Work Sampling, and match documentation.Ensures classroom has been signed and locked at end of day.Completes accident/incident reports as needed.Provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children.Plans and prepares classroom setting; oversees safety and educational programs; supervises children in the classroom; provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.Maintain confidentiality in the workplace which includes but is not limited to patient, employee, and company information.Maintains a clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary learning environment for children and ensures that children are kept clean, clothing is changed when necessary, and toys and other materials are disinfected each day.Interacts with parents in professional manner; maintains open and cooperative communication with parents and families, encouraging their involvement in the program and supporting the child's family relationships.Attends parent participation events that include parent information meetings, open house, festivals, parent teacher conferences, education opportunities, parent volunteers and parent events.Completes professional development to meet requirements to be in compliance with Child Care Licensing and maintain Better Beginnings.May lead, guide, and train employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work. Required Skills/Abilities Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.Knowledge of early childhood education programs and techniques.Knowledge of child development theory and practice.Ability to provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth.Ability to exercise control and maintain classroom discipline.Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication.Proficient Microsoft Office.Ability to resolve conflict and deal with issues.Education RequirementsBachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development (preferred) orBachelor&rsquo;s Degree and Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Certificate orBachelor&rsquo;s Degree and Child Development Associate Certificate orBachelor&rsquo;s Degree and birth to pre-K credential orBachelor&rsquo;s Degree with a minimum of twelve (12) hours in Early Childhood, Child Development, Special Education/Elementary Education or Child and Family Studies AND six (6) months documented experience working with children with special needs. Physical RequirementsConsiderable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one&rsquo;s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.Must be willing and able to sit on the floor and get up without assistance.Job Type: Full-timePay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Early Childhood Developmental Specialist

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Early Childhood Developmental Specialist