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Methodist Tiny Tots Preschool
Preschool Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$42,713 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
TINY TOTS PRESCHOOL
atFirst United Methodist Church Job Description Position Title:
Lead Preschool Teacher Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children and assisting staff. Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order. Read books to entire classes or to small groups. Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety. Maintain daily open communication with parents. Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene. Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines. Keep accident reports. Maintain confidentiality. Report any suspected abuse to the Director or Assistant Director. Maintain a safe and healthy environment. Sanitize and clean the play areas, eating areas, and toileting areas daily. Attend mandatory staff meetings. Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers in the classroom. Keep all appropriate records such as student records, attendance, and time sheets. Meet all applicable licensing regulations.Additional Requirements:
- Mandated reporter training certificate. A certificate must be provided.
- Employees MUST follow procedures for reporting suspected abuse or neglect to local authorities immediately or as soon as practically possible by telephone and submit a written report to Community Care Licensing within 36 hours of receiving the information concerning the incident.
- Background clearance must be maintained for employment with clearances for Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Child Abuse Index (CACI).
Must have required vaccinations:
MMR, TDAP, Influenza and current TB clearance.- EMSA Certified CPR Training. A certificate must be provided.
- Must have a minimum of 12 Early Childhood units. 18 Early Childhood Units preferred. Candidates without this will not be considered. Transcripts must be provided.
- Compensation will be based on experience and education.