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Easterseals West Georgia, Inc

Pre-School Lead Teacher Full-Time

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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.

$32,708 / year median in Georgia

+10% projected growth

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Pre-School Lead Teacher Full-Time Easterseals West Georgia, Inc - 3.6 Columbus, GA Job Details Full-time $14 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Writing skills Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Math First Aid Certification Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the implementation of a comprehensive therapeutic child development program for children with and without special needs. Plans, conducts daily activities to facilitate individual learning experiences to assist in the development of living skills consistent with the participant's objectives identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) / Plan of Care (POC) and with the program design. Works collaboratively with ESWG's administration and other staff to ensure all aspects of the program development and delivery are consistent with ESWG's mission.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and implement Individual Service Plan (ISP) / Plan of Care (POC). Assists in participant assessments, planning and evaluation processes. Attends POC/ISP meetings. Assists participant in the development and implementation of his/her support plan. 3. Implements objectives in all areas of growth and development for all children. 4. Works with the Children's Director, Assessment Specialist, and VP of Programs and Services to promote, plan, organize, and provide activities, which enhance all areas of development for each child, and provide activities to promote socialization skills, including community outings. 5. Produces completed daily lesson plans one week in advance of scheduled activities which include curriculum appropriate educational experiences with a variety of materials in fields of art, music, literature, science, nature, mathematics, and quiet activities. 6. Assists the children to develop good nutritional habits and performs physical care for each child. 7. Advises Children's Director and VP of Programs and Services of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant's appearance and/or behavior. 8. Provides assistance and instruction with personal care for participants which may include feeding, grooming and toileting. 9. Supervises all activities to ensure the children's safety at all times. Follows established safety standards. 10. Attends in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the fields of special education, rehabilitation, early intervention, and early childhood development. Successfully completes at least 20 hours of training per year. Maintains current First Aid and CPR certifications. 11. Maintains all assigned documentation and participant records. Tracks changes relevant to goals and objectives. 12. Reports any evidence of child abuse and/or neglect immediately to Children's Director or a member of the Administrative Team (President / CEO, VP of Programs and Services, Children's or Adult Director, VP of Facility Management and Development and Nurse/Safety Director). 13. Attends staff meetings as required. 14. Respects and preserves the dignity, personal safety and confidentially of all persons served by or employed by
ESWG. 15.
Greets parents, visitors, and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and warm environment. 16. Notifies supervisor of supplies needed before depletion, maintenance required, or equipment needing repair. 17. Adheres to ESWG's policies and procedures, and appropriate licensing and accreditation standards. 18. Maintains effective and co-operative work relations with others. 19. Performs routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned room, facility, and outdoor areas clean and neat. 20. Performs other duties as assigned by the Directors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, equivalent, or higher degree required. 1 year of related experience required. Obtain successful criminal background check clearance (local and fingerprint). Good Interpersonal skills with children and adults required. Communicate well orally and in writing. Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions.' '
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Full-time Pay:
$14.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to
Relocate:
Columbus, GA 31909: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person