Early Childhood Provider (Toddler - PreK)

Job Title:

Early Childhood Educators Reports to:

Executive Director, Assistant Director, and On-Site Supervisors Summary:

Collins Aerospace Day Academy's mission is to create and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive environment that engages children through active learning to enhance academic, emotional, and social success. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and possesses a solid understanding of child development to help in the engagement of children in age-appropriate activities. Being responsible is a must as we strive to set good examples for the children who are our future. It is mandatory that all early childhood educators maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for the children at all times. Job Requirements

Education:

o Early Childhood Educator I

• has a minimum of a Child Development Associate Credential o Early Childhood Educator II
• has a minimum of an Associates of Arts in Early Childhood o Early Childhood Educator III
• has a minimum of a Bachelor of Arts in Education
• A minimum of 1 years' experience in a professional childcare environment
• Ability to pass background checks and drug test.
• Ability to supervise and educate up to 15 children at a time independently without additional assistance.
• Strong working knowledge of childhood development
• Ability to perform physical tasks and activities and moving children up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism, and patience. Exceptional listening skills, compassion, and the ability to always remain calm.
• Ability to supervise and interact daily with children outdoors for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions.
• Computer knowledge including Microsoft Suite, email, and other applicable childcare applications. Job Responsibilities
• Planning, implementing, and supervising structured, education activities are developmentally appropriate for the age group you are working with.
• Preparing, organizing, and supervising mealtimes and snacks
• Planning and supervising balanced routines that include physical activities, rest, and play.
• Providing responsive care and maintaining all safety standards
• Ensuring a safe, sanitary, and orderly environment
• Maintaining professional and positive relationships with parents, children and staff
• Interact and respond frequently showing affection and respect on the child's level.
• Encourage self-help skills and a level of independence appropriate to each child's ability and parents' wishes.
• Support all children's social and emotional development and assist, reassure, guide and comfort when necessary.
• Encourage positive behavior, redirect, and use other Positive Behavior Strategies (PBIS)
• Complete lesson plans weekly that comply with the Center's curriculum requirements.
• The classroom environment should be arranged and materials assessable according to the Environmental Rating System for your age group.
• Maintain professional relationships with family members by greeting them at pick up and drop off, being courteous, respectful, and by establishing regular communication.
• Establish and maintain a relationship of cooperation and respect with co-workers, administration, and families.
• Support the mission, goals, and policies of the center.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by the Center's demands with or without notice.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.41

• $18.

13 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person