Early Childhood Education (ECE) Lead Teacher (Infant/Toddler Rooms) at Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTITLE: Lead Teacher (Infant/Toddler Rooms)REPORTS TO: Program CoordinatorCLASSIFIED: Full Time, Non-ExemptCOMPENSATION: $18.50-$22.00/hour, depending on experienceMISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. JOB SUMMARY: The lead teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.Maintain accurate records, forms and files.Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.Exhibit the Club Values of excellence, impact driven, teamwork, and good character.Perform other duties as assignedAdditional Knowledge, Skills and Experience RequiredMinimum of 2 years of professional childcare experience.Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.Ability to understand, implement, and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety. Ability to operate various types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.A strong understanding of child development.Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.State Licensing Health & Safety TrainingMust clear full background check and drug screening.EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s or associate Degree, Child Development Associate (CDA) CredentialHave completed or working towards completionExperience working with infants and/or toddlersSupervisory ExperiencePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.Ability to stand/sit for periods of time throughout the shift. Ability to lift and hold up to 25 lbs. Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, and parents to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection.This position is considered to be safety sensitive.The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class.The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.Powered by JazzHRZsjgQigrL5