[DODD] Childcare Center Teacher -[Preschool]

The starting pay range for this position is between $20.00 and $23.02 per hour depending on education and experience.

Key Responsibilities Create a fun and welcoming environment for all children Develop daily activities to support curriculum and educational objectives that provide children with opportunities for learning and growth through play Oversee the daily operations of the classroom including, but not limited to scheduled activities, projects, implementation of curriculum and lesson plans, classroom décor, and classroom cleanliness Assess each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis through observations Implement Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans Work with other classroom teachers and leadership to prepare for the semi-annual parent teacher conferences Oversee and update classroom décor following the seasons Maintain a positive, friendly attitude with families, and be a "team-mate" to parents in supporting their child's growth Provide parents with updates on how their child is doing during pick-up or drop-off Ensuring assigned classroom is well-maintained and clean Develop and maintain good working relationships with teachers, cooks, other floats, and administration to ensure a team environment is maintained Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, training's, etc.

Must fulfill required training requirements (24 hours a year), and support Center objectives in achieving accreditation Other duties as assigned Position Requirements Must be fluent in Spanish and English.

Must be 19 years or older.

One (1) year of experience working in Early Childhood Education.

Candidates must be teacher qualified for the state of Minnesota in accordance with Minnesota administrative rule 9503.0032.

Ability to complete all required licensing training upon hire.

CPR/First Aid certified or the ability to become certified within 90 days.

Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.

Must have the ability to complete annual required training to ensure providing high quality care to our children and families.

Physical Requirements Requires the ability to frequently walk, stand, climb stairs, crawl, sit, squat, stoop, bend, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, and twist.

Requires the ability to carry and lift 25 pounds or less, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, run short distances, and carry and lift 25-50 pounds.

Requires excellent long distance and near vision to monitor children's activities both indoors and outdoors in various light conditions, as well as hearing capabilities to respond to children's needs and maintain safety in a moderately noisy environment.