Floater Teacher at THE GREEN BEAN LLC

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Description-FLOATER TEACHER -The Green Bean Day School & Nursery is a nurturing, eco-friendly environment for children aged six-weeks to five-years. We are proud to offer high-quality child care and education in a carefully designed environment to support relationships among children, parents, and educators. The Green Bean is based on the acclaimed Reggio Emilia Approach with an educational philosophy based on fostering children’s interests. We are a year-round program and are open between the hours of 6:45 a.m -6:15 p.m.ResponsibilitiesProfessional ConductArrive to work when scheduled, be punctual and give ample notice for absencesHave the ability to open/close your classroom, as well as the center if neededMaintain respectful working relationships and work collaboratively with other teachers, staff and directorsMaintain confidentiality concerning childrenComplete tasks in a timely mannerHave the ability to problem solve and maintain composure under new or stressful circumstancesMaintain an overall positive attitude when presented with challenges (i.e. in front of coworkers, parents, and children)Is flexible and able to support all classrooms and teachersWorking with ChildrenPresent a friendly, warm demeanor and engage with children in an inviting manner, including hugs, tone of voice and eye contactProvide a variety of age-appropriate experiences that help children develop an emerging sense of self-awareness while also applying knowledge of child development in planning activities, setting up classroom environments and interactionsUse positive approaches to help children control impulses and fears and adhere to the Green Bean’s discipline policy which incorporates redirection as the primary discipline strategy. Never use corporal punishment, threats, derogatory remarks, or withholding of food as a means of managing behaviorEncourage self help and independence in developmentally appropriate situations.Facilitate positive interactions and friendships among children and model pro-social language and behavior by interacting in a respectful manner with staff and childrenWork with each child at their developmental levelClassroom ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality care including changing diapers, following hand washing procedures for staff and children, participate in family style dining, and monitor the safety and well-being of each childFollow a daily classroom schedule that includes choice time, circle time, gross motor sessions, and art/sensory activitiesThrough observation and assessment, support Lead Teacher in developing investigations and provocations that foster the interest of children while incorporating age-appropriate experiences and challengesSupport Lead Teacher in completing blogs, investigation templates, and portfolios at appropriate timesSupport Lead Teacher in conducting regular documentation to be used to inform lesson planning as well as for display, both inside and outside of the classroom (photos, children’s work, quotes, observations, teacher reflection, etc) at appropriate timesExhibit proper sanitation behaviors, such as washing hands after diapering or wiping noses, sanitizing tables and surfaces and sweeping floors after mealsSupervise all children at all times by sight and sound and include roster check after transitionsParticipate in fire/tornado drills, and be aware of emergency evacuation planCheck to make sure playground is free from hazardous objects and gates are closed and lockedKeep classroom reasonably clean and unclutteredHave basic knowledge of NAEYC Standards and how they relate to curriculum, assessment, developmentally appropriate practice, parent communication, and safetyHave basic knowledge of DCFS Licensing Standards as it relates to teacher-child ratios, health & safety, sick policy, diaper changing policy, sanitation, and nutritionHave the ability to implement best practice in order to meet and exceed Licensing StandardsComplete accident reports, incident reports and other paperwork in a timely manner - have parents fill out medication consent forms as needed Working with ParentsSeek partnerships with parents while maintaining respectful rapportListen and respond respectfully to parents and remain tactful when discussing children - confidentiality must be practiced when discussing other childrenRegularly communicate with parents verbally and in writing as needed and remain available and approachable with parentsWorking with School StaffBe open to constructive feedbackWork collaboratively with Lead Teachers, TAs, Floaters, and DirectorsIncorporates suggestions from Teachers and Directors in your daily workMaintain respectful relationships with all staff and studentsShow capability in helping train new staff as neededProfessional Development & School CultureAttend Professional Development Day and other trainings offeredParticipate in professional development hours (a minimum of 15 hours per year is required by DCFS)Participate in annual Back-to-School Night and other family eventsContribute to a healthy school cultureOffer constructive feedback and show support to fellow teachers when troubleshootingExpress interest and offer support in the activities of other classroomsActively work to create a healthy and positive classroom and center environmentQualificationsSection 407.150 Qualifications for Early Childhood Assistants and School-Age Assistants a) Early childhood assistants shall meet the requirements of Section 407.100, with theexception of subsection (b).b) Early childhood and school-age assistants shall have a high school diploma orequivalency certificate (GED).c) Early childhood assistants shall work under the direct supervision of an earlychildhood teacher or school-age worker and shall not assume full responsibility for agroup of children, except as allowed by Section 407.190(e)(2).d) School-age assistants shall work under the direct supervision of a school-age workerand shall not assume full responsibility for a group of children, except as allowed bySection 407.90(e)(2).Meets all DCFS licensing requirements including a physical examination which provides evidence that staff are free of communicable disease, including active tuberculosis, and physical or mental conditions that could affect their ability to perform assigned duties. Receipt of the flu shot, Tdap and MMR immunizationsThree (3) written character referencesComplete a background check and fingerprintingKnowledge of developmentally appropriate practiceMaintain valid first aid and CPR certificationMust be available to work between the hours of 6:45 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.General Requirements for Personnel, per DCFS Guidelinesa) Staff shall be able to demonstrate the skill and competence necessary to contribute to each child’s physical, intellectual, personal, emotional, and social development. Factors contributing to the attainment of this standard include: 1) Emotional maturity when working with children; 2) Cooperation with the purposes and services of the program; 3) Respect for children and adults; 4) Flexibility, understanding and patience; 5) Physical and mental health that do not interfere with childcare responsibilities; 6) Good personal hygiene; 7) Frequent interaction with children; 8) Listening skills, availability and responsiveness to children;9) Sensitivity to children’s socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds, and individual needs and capabilities; 10) Use of positive discipline and guidance techniques; and11) Ability to provide an environment in which children can feel comfortable, relaxed, happy and involved in play, recreation and other activities.b) Child care staff shall generally demonstrate skill and competence necessary to assume direct responsibility for child care including: 1) Skills to help children meet their developmental and emotional needs; and2) Skills in planning, directing, and conducting programs that meet children’s basic needs.c) Child care staff shall be willing to participate in activities leading to professional growth in child development and education, and in training related to specific needs of children served.