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Little Lights Child Development Center
Educational Pre-K 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.
$37,788 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Educational Pre-K Lead Teacher:
Qualifications:
- Must be 19 years old or older
- A high school diplomas
- 6 semester hours or 90 clock hours approved pre-service training.
- 9 clock hours of approved pre-service training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.
- Has completed a bachelor's degree from an approved College in Early Childhood Education (Preferred)
- Must have one of the following: 1 year experience working under supervision with preschoolers in a licensed childcare center or 1 year of college or combination of experience and college that is equivalent to 1 year or holds an associates or higher degree with approved courses in early childhood education.
- Obtain and hold a level 4 or higher with
Maryland Childcare Credential Program Essential Functions:
These functions in this position include, but are not limited to the following:- Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum/ weekly lesson plans meeting the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the group.
- Plan, prepare and implement activities related to the needs of each child making sure each child can explore, create and be successful each day.
- Supervise and train assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers.
- Maintain a safe and warm environment that is kept clean and organized that allows children to explore and grow.
- Assess children on growth in the classroom and report to parents in a conference held twice a year.
- Establish and maintain open communication with parents, co works and directors.
- Inform directors of any supplies and needs of the classroom.
- Ensure that each child/parent/family is treated with respect and dignity.
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of children in the classroom.
- Maintain a daily schedule with a predictable routine that allows for transitions.
- Use positive and age-appropriate behavior techniques in the classroom.
- Always conduct yourself in a professional manner reflecting the confidentiality of all children and their families ( weather at work or on personal time)
- Complete continued educational training as required by law with Office of Childcare.
- Maintain compliance with all Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Childcare Laws (COMAR)
- Administer First Aid and CPR as appropriate
- Complete the required training in the areas of child development, curriculum, health/safety/nutrition, special needs, professionalism, and communication.
- Participate, withhold, and actively work towards maintain a level 4 or higher with MSDE Credentialing Program (if it becomes active again)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00- $21.