FT Floater Teacher

FT Floater Teacher The Refugee Education Center - 4.5 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time $17 - $19 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Educational apps (educational technologies) CPR Certification Confidential information handling Multilingual Early childhood education English Inclusivity Cultural competency Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Curriculum standards alignment Lesson planning Child Development Associate Certification Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description The Floater Teacher is responsible for supporting high-quality, culturally and linguistically responsive early childhood education for refugee and American born children aged 0-5, as part of the Refugee Education Center's Boston Square Early Learning program. With direction from the Center Director and Assistant Center Directors, the Floater Teacher will interact and develop relationships with the lead teacher, children, staff, families, volunteers, and other community partners in order to meet the unique cultural needs of each child enrolled. Job Duties Assist the Lead and Assistant Teachers in the following essential job functions: Actively engage with children supporting the goals of the program and lesson plans based on curriculum Supervision of the safety and wellbeing of children at all times Build positive communication with classrooms including timely feedback during classroom coverage Flexible and willing to move between classrooms depending on needs Assist as needed in preparing for Family/Teacher Conferences Attend and participate in required training and meetings as needed Maintains daily documentation and keeps accurate records Assist with and/or participate in Refugee Education Center projects and activities Practices confidentiality in all aspects of their role Communicates regularly with Administration on pertinent program details Adheres to all policies and procedures stated in employee handbooks •This duties list is not intended to be all encompassing, and this position may be asked to complete other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Previously earned 120-hour approval from the Michigan Department of Education, or Valid Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) in Infant/Toddler or willingness to obtain/earn CDA credential within required time frame 1-2 years' experience and knowledge of early childhood education and development principles and concepts desired Experience working with diverse communities; ability to show cultural competence across communities served

Required Skills:

Ability to work within the context of a team Ability to act with integrity, initiative, patience, and maintain confidentiality Ability to mediate with compassion Multi-lingual/literate with one of those languages being English Excellent communication skills Excellent time management skills All staff members are expected to devote their best efforts and attention to the performance of their job and commitment to REC's values: community, equity, integrity, and mutuality

Physical Demand & Working Conditions:

Position is identified as having regular contact with children in accordance with public law; therefore, a criminal background check and other EHS pre-employment requirements must be completed Maintain up to date certifications (i.e., CPR/First Aid, etc.) Must be able to communicate with clients and staff Program activities take place in the center/site Walking, standing, bending and carrying objects and children up to 30 lbs Must be able to engage outdoors with young children for extended periods of time Regular and predictable attendance is essential for this role

EEO Statement:

The Refugee Education Center believes we are better together and is an equal opportunity employer who truly values diversity at our organization. Therefore, REC not only adamantly opposes the discrimination based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws, (including the following: race, religion, skin-color, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetics, marital status, veteran status, or disability status) but fervently encourages those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person