Teacher

Plans lessons and creates activities that are developmentally appropriate. Develops written weekly lesson plans utilizing Creative Curriculum and the Early Learning Literacy Standards, as well as, written individualized education plans. Provides daily activities and experiences which encourage questioning, probing and problem-solving skills appropriate to developmental level and learning style of the children. Provides experiences that stimulate children to explore and express their creative ability. Assists children in using language and social cues as a means of communicating their thoughts, feelings and understanding of others. Physically engage children throughout the day, modeling full participation in all activities including gross motor play and music and movement.

Assessment and

Documentation: Assesses all children’s level of development and documents progress throughout the year using Teaching Strategies GOLD Observes children on a daily basis recording at least 1 observations per day per child by individualizing for each child. Formally assesses each child's development using TSR GOLD data 3 times per year. Planning for children after assessment using data from GOLD Summary reports. Uses curriculum and assessment to effectively enhance the development of children. Makes appropriate referrals based upon assessments, team planning sessions, case reviews, etc. Maintains all necessary record keeping, including daily meal count, attendance on paper or database, as required.

Parent

Involvement: Encourages parent involvement and coaches parents on their child’s continuous education. Establishes positive and productive relationships with parents and encourages them to participate in the Center's activity. Plans at a minimum 2 parent conferences per year and completes 2 home visits per year. Effectively communicate with parents about classroom activities, curriculum, and their child’s progress and model/teach to parents how to nurture and interact with their children. Organizes and serves as a partner with the parents and the classroom FA. Plans and organizes socialization activities to involve the parent in working with his/her child.

Professional

Development: Strives to improve skills and knowledge base on an ongoing basis. Participates in all professional development initiatives and assigned trainings organized by the program and the grantee office. Participates in outside workshops, seminars and training programs that will facilitate ongoing professional development. Participates in training classes pertaining to child development, children at risk, special needs, etc. SECONDARY DUTIES Maintains respect for confidentiality of information divulged by or on behalf of participants. Provides support and education to people of diverse educational, cultural and economic backgrounds. Conducts aggressive outreach and recruitment. Model appropriate interaction with young children and parents. Works independently and as a team member. Works with other team members to develop relationship with the parents of enrolled children. Maintains good communications with parent, provide support and guidance as needed and document contact. Supports volunteers as part of the classroom team and offer hospitality to visitors. Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul. Participates in and attends continuing education and informational trainings and meetings as needed. Assists with and attends special events held by St. Vincent de Paul Creates an atmosphere of care and respect for staff, volunteers and clients. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma with 90-hour Child Care Certificate and Infant-Toddler 45 Hour Certificate, required. 1 year supervised classroom experience with children age zero through three years, required. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, preferred. CDA, preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS __X__ Primarily Indoor Work TYPE OF WORK ___X__MEDIUM

WORK: Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.