Child Care Center Teacher

Job Summary

We are seeking a Child Care Center Teacher.

General job Duties:

• Establish and maintain daily schedule
• Maintain ratio within the classrooms
• Follow chain of command
• Lead assistant staff with team work, guidance and respect
• Complete weekly lesson plans and implementation
• Individualize lessons and interactions based on the age and developmental level of all children
• Make necessary accommodations for children with disabilities
• Make sure all classroom supplies are in rooms for the day
• Maintain safety and well being of all children in care
• Document and administer medications and sunscreen, when approved by the child’s parent and Director
• Document and change diapers every other hour, unless needed. Assist pottying/accidents when needed.
• Always take attendance and know how many children are within class. Document on attendance sheet.
• Maintain clean and organized classroom, bathroom, kitchen area, including at nap and at the end of day
• Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
• Create a warm, inviting, organized, and stimulating learning environment
• Maintain organized and defined centers (sensory, housekeeping etc)
• Routinely check for safety concerns within the classroom, outside the classroom and the playground
• Decorate room with children’s art work
• Responsible for serving meals, making accommodations for food allergies and intolerances and documenting of meal counts for each meal
• Implement effective guidance and discipline techniques
• Maintain current Background Clearance, CPR, First Aid, annual STARS, BBP and Food Handlers card
• Maintain confidentiality of children, staff and families
• Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance
• Follow Wee Care Day Care Employee Handbook, Health Policy, and Disaster Policy, the WACS, Foundational Skills and Competencies, and Early Achievers standards

Pre-Employment qualifications include:
TB test
Early Childhood Education or experience
Child Care Basic STARS
1st Aid/CPR

Wage is based on experience and level of education.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• WA ECE Initial Certificate or equivalent preferred

To apply and for more information on available positions, visit our website at https://weecare-daycare.com/careers

Pay: $17.75 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person