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Candi's Creative Learning Center
Baby Room 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.
$31,678 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Guiding babies and toddlers through education/development programs. Thinking on their feet and responding to each child's needs efficiently. Displaying a patient and calm personality coupled with a loving approach to every child. Contributing positively to the behavior and social interaction of the children. Building secure relationships with the children. Working closely with the principal and department head to ensure that guidelines are adhered to. Keeping a diary of the day's events for parent perusal. Reporting accidents, illness, and unusual behavior of children to the principal, head of department, and parents. Ensuring close communication with parents throughout the day should the need arise.