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Ponca City Development Authority

Daycare Teacher

Pay: $12–$15/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Newkirk, OK (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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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.

$33,956 / year median in Oklahoma

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

TITLE:

DAY CARE TEACHER STATUS

REGULAR, FULL-TIME

LOCATION

NEWKIRK, OK Pay Range:

$12.00 to 15.00 depending on experience

POSITION DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS

This person must be at least 18 years of age, must have or working toward obtaining CDA. Must have experience working with young children. Must have or be willing to complete certification in First Aid and CPR. Must have ability to pass random drug testing requirements throughout employment. Ability to pass an Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation background check. Cannot have been convicted of or pled guilty to any of the following: Child Abuse or Neglect, Possession, Sale or Distribution of an illegal substance, sexual misconduct of any form and Assault and Battery. Applicant must be willing to gain more knowledge, training, and ed experience in childhood development. Must be able to pass a background check, adjudication through the Kaw Nation Police Department and a pre-employment drug test. Must possess a valid Driver's License and be insurable. Must be able to pass a physical examination.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. The Teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment for children placed into his/her care. 2. The Teacher must promote the Kaw Nation Day Care Center in a positive way to parents and the community. 3. Responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans with continuous monitoring. 4. Must be willing to perform all duties inherent in a childcare setting. 5. Monitors children in the classroom and on the playground at all times. At no shall any child be left unsupervised. Staff must maintain constant vigilance. 6. Must adhere to the Kaw Nation Daycare Policies and Procedures and Staff Handbook. 7. Must observe strive confidentiality regarding children, families and staff and will make parents aware of this policy. 8. Must provide a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate that encourages student learning. 9. Attend local, state, regional and national child care meetings/training when deemed appropriate. 10. Complete any other duties assigned by the Day Care Center Director or Administration