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.
Provides a safe, stimulating environment for young children. Creates and implements activities and lesson plans that simultaneously engage and educate children.
Responsibilities:
Incorporates child development using a child's natural inclination to play Conducts individual and group activities to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills Provides diverse basic care needs, including preparing and supplying proper nutrition, performing cleaning duties and dealing with behavioral issues Communicate with parents to discuss a child's educational development Maintains appropriate records of attendance and activities Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred 6 months of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferred Teacher/Care Provider license issued by the City of Coeur d'Alene within 10 days of hire CPR/AED/First Aid for the Adult, Child and Infant required
Working Conditions:
Heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position Typical equipment used in a clinical job Frequent kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling climbing and twisting About Kootenai Health Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employerpaid options for eligible fulltime employees, plus affordable plans for parttime staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth Retirement plans with pretax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6% Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials Awardwinning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories And an employee referral bonus program Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you! Apply today! Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
