Infant/Toddler Childcare Teacher

Infant/Toddler Childcare Teacher Bettendorf, IA Job Details Full-time $12 - $14 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Calling all who love singing, dancing, storytelling and nurturing young, energetic children! Absolutely, Positively, Kids! (APK!) seeks enthusiastic teachers and child care workers who want to make a difference and put their talents to use. Call today to learn more about how you can join the leader in early education and childcare in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas! Join us for limitless hugs in a happy environment! Responsibilities Develop a careful and creative program suitable for children Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.) Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children's progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background Collaborate with other team members Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Skills Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as mediator between children Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable Certification in child CPR (We provide class)

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

childcare: 1 year (Preferred)