Develops and leads developmentally appropriate classroom activities and programs while monitoring children's progress. Collaborates with management to assess learning needs and ensures the classroom environment meets safety and licensing standards.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with a DCF 45-hour certification and CPR certification. Candidates must also possess a Child Development Associate credential or equivalent and have at least one year of experience working with children.
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Job description
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary
Develops and leads classroom activities and developmentally appropriate programs.
Required
DCF 45-hour Certification (DCF CERT) DCF Certification - Staff Credential Verification CPR Certification American Heart (CPR AHA) High School Diploma or Equivalent Child Development Associates OR Florida Child Care Professional Credential (must renew upon expiration) OR Higher Level Degree in General Studies with educational courses.
Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with management and other teachers to assess learning/performance needs and to develop age appropriate learning solutions.Develops teaching schedule and selects or develops curriculum aids as appropriate. Updates curricula with new materials and content as appropriate.Monitors children's progress utilizing assigned resources. Conducts evaluations and analyzes results.Supervises children to ensure safety. Ensures classroom meets local licensing standards.Attends periodical staff meetings.Follows national accreditation and licensing policies and practices.Applies knowledge of learning principles to develop age appropriate classroom programs and content.
Competencies
Accountability, age-Specific care - Early childhood, customer service, effective communication, patient safety - Ancillary/Support, problem solving, responding to
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Requirements:
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Complexity of
Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required
Work
Experience: One year experience volunteering or working with children.
Other
Information: Requires full Level 2 Background Screen at time of hire and every 5 years following.Additional
Education
Info: Child Development Associates OR Florida Child Care Professional Credential (must renew upon expiration) OR Higher Level Degree in General Studies with educational courses.
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