Part-Time Lead Teacher (Infant - 3 Years Old)

Department

Child Development Center

Salary

$12.00 per hour (26 hours per week)

Normal Work Schedule

7:15 am - 3:15 pm or 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Job Summary

The part-time lead teacher will implement a model infant - 3 year old classroom for a group of children and provide support to the director with the following: planning and implementing appropriate activities for children, working with faculty and administration, working with families of young children, and modeling evidence-based practices in the classroom for early educator observers, graduate, and undergraduate students.

This is a grant-funded position, which is renewable pending the continuation of funds annually.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works to prepare and maintain children’s files including but not limited to progress reports, attendance records, health records, and parent locator sheet.
• Implements policies and procedures that will contribute to the care, growth and development of preschool children.
• Notifies CCAMPIS Co-coordinator of needs regarding inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment; orders replacements as necessary.
• Provides for the safety needs of the children.
• Demonstrates the ability to relate across cultural boundaries.
• Implements and maintains compliance with JSU and State Department of Education, and any necessary accreditation requirements.
• Collaborates with other staff members on curriculum and best practices.
• Attends monthly faculty/staff meetings.
• Attends required meetings and trainings.
• Assist in preparing reports on the CCAMPIS program.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Reads documents and material related to Child Development Center/Education, such as state and federal rules and regulations, state law, professional publications, to ensure compliance with rules and to keep current in the field.
• Reports any maintenance and equipment needs to the CCAMPIS Co-coordinator.
• Serves as a liaison to families, updating them on the pre-school, classroom and their child.
• Develops and implements the curriculum.
• Designs developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Communicates with families on both center and child updates
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field

Additional Department

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire
• Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report as determined by the insurance carrier.
• Must be able to work outside of normal hours, which may include nights and/or weekends,
• Must be available for travel within the state of Alabama.
• Applicant must demonstrate use of sound judgment and the ability to remain calm during a crisis.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum and assessment.
• Knowledge of NAEYC or Quality Stars experience
• CPR Certification

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter 2. Resume

Clery Notice

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.