Location:

Florissant Valley Job Type:

Part-Time Academic Affairs Job Number:

26-00203

Organization:

Child Dev Laboratory Center (CDLC) (509615)

Salary:

15.00 Position Summary Assist with operation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom using a constructivist curriculum and environment with quality interactions and programing based on licensing regulations and accreditation standards. Primary Duties Performed Assist with operation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom using a constructivist curriculum and environment with quality interactions and programing based on licensing regulations and accreditation standards. In the absence of the Teacher, coordinate students, work study students, childcare attendants, therapists, and observers in the classroom. Welcome and invite college students to be a part of the CDLC community. Model developmentally appropriate practice in the classroom. Coach and provide feedback to students during practicum time. Observe and record development for individual children; may work with the Childcare Teacher to create individual goals for the children. Use the children's goals to support the Childcare Teacher in creating the constructivist curriculum and environment within the classroom. Maintain paperwork for children's records and classroom curriculum. Coordinates resources for children with special needs and works with the manager and Childcare Teachers to ensure children's needs are met. Develop and maintain rapport and trust with families; may attend developmental, transition, and exit conferences, or additional conferences. Participate in educational parent meetings; support the Childcare Teacher with daily communication and bimonthly newsletters. Participates in CDLC Parent Advisory Council, STLCC, campus, and community events. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications/Experience High School Diploma and one (1) or more years of experience with early childhood development or similar environment. Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential OR associate degree in Early Childhood Development or similar degree is preferred. Working Conditions Early childhood development classroom, outdoor recreation areas, and office environment Employees in the CDLC must clear Family Care Safety Registry and finger printing through licensing, Hepatitis A Immunization series, and Physical and TB Risk Assessment forms. Additional vaccination

Requirements:

may be added. Employees must complete annual approved training hours each year (currently 12 for licensing and 18 for accreditation) and must complete any web-based training for childcare as assigned by the states of IL and/or MO. Employees must maintain current CPR, pediatric first aid, and medication administration training. Employees must open and maintain a Toolbox Registry Account. Shifts may be assigned between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to move quickly up and down off the floor. Ability to lift items overhead, bend, and stoop.