Early Childhood Teacher

McNeilly Center for Children

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Job Summary

McNeilly Center for Children has been around since 1916 providing educational experiences for our most vulnerable population; children from birth to 5 years old. We believe in uplifting the family through resources and advocacy. If you want to be a part of a team of dynamic educators, please join our team.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the welfare, safety, and health of the children in all activities.
• Understand the developmental growth and needs of the children in your care.
• Plan and post a weekly theme unit, daily lesson plans, and classroom environment following the curriculum guide and developmental chart meeting the needs of each child.
• Read, understand, and follow all TDHS licensing standards and NAEYC accreditation criteria as it pertains to the classroom and children in your care.
• Establish and maintain professional and positive communication with parent(s)/ guardian(s) regarding the children’s development and daily activities.
• Schedule a conference 3 times per year with each child’s parent/guardian to discuss the child’s development assessments, goals, and curriculum.
•  Respect the sensitive nature of working with children and their families and maintain confidentiality.
• Update parents daily (diapering, meals, activities, center activities/programs, and areas of concern as needed)
• Responsible for the daily cleanliness and sanitary condition of the room.
• Submit lesson plans, reports, assessments, children’s goals, attendance, food counts, records, and shopping lists timely and accurate.
• Assist with special events and projects for the overall welfare of the children at MCC.
• Assist with equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Attend and participate in all Center meetings and events.
• Complete 18 hours of professional development training per year.
• Supervise substitutes and volunteers in the classroom and report any concerns to the Program Manager.
• Responsible for children’s assessments, goal development, and implementing children’s goals into lesson plans and the environment.
• Responsible for mealtime activities with the small group of children assigned. You must sit and eat with the children.
• Contribute to the overall goodwill of the Center as it relates to volunteers, accrediting and funding donors, board, employee, and family relations, etc. to present a positive community image effectively.
• Arrive at work on time and ready to start your workday.
• Perform other related duties according to the needs of the center.

Qualifications

Education Required: High school diploma CDA credential preferred

Experience required:  One year of experience working with children in a classroom environment preferably a high-quality care setting.

Abilities Required: Abilities to make independent decisions and apply established procedures to individual and specific situations pertaining to children in a non-biased manner. Must be energetic and demonstrate a genuine love for children. Must continue ongoing training in developmentally appropriate practices for Preschool and Toddler children.

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

email your resume to: natalie.jackson@mcneillycenter.org

Details

• Date Posted: August 21, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Educator
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Start Date: 08/28/2024
• Salary Range: $14.00-$18.00
• Working Hours: 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.