TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS:
A High School Diploma or G. E. D.
1 year's experience either paid or as a volunteer in an early childhood program,
12 ECE units and a willingness to pursue career development.
Meet EEC requirements
REPORTS TO: Center Director
JOB GOALS: The teacher is to provide a fun, safe, and learning environment for children.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLASSROOM:
1. Maintain safe and sanitary classroom area and equipment.
2. Arrange classroom for optimum efficiency/usage.
3. Be aware of possible hazards.
4. Keep work and play areas neat and organized.
5. Update room decorations.
6. Keep closets and shelves in order. (Lock up hazardous materials.)
Program:
1. Follow the daily schedule of activities.
2. Assist in preparing, serving, and clean-up snack.
3. Maintain phone log.
4. Note any special instructions from parents.
5. Organize work efficiently.
6. Report to the Center Director any problems with students, parents, or other staff; also any
other problems you may have.
Other Job Requirements:
1.Be familiar with and follow all New Creation Academy Center Policies.
2. Refer parents with questions to the Center Director.
3. Discipline should be handled through the Center Director.
4. Attend scheduled meetings.
5. Attend at least 15 hours of training each year.
6. Check children for illness and inform the Center Director.
7. Supervise bathroom breaks and hand washing.
8. Maintain an accurate student count at all times. (Staff/Child Ratio)
9. Inform the Center Director of any potential problems in or around the Center.
10. Be aware and adhere to all licensing requirements.
11. Ensure that each child leaves with parent or authorized person.
12. Must give notice if you cannot be at work at your scheduled time.
13. Report to the Center Director upon arrival and leaving work.
14. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:
1. Have skills in creating a fun, learning, and safe environment for children.
2. Respond to children's needs.
3. Interact with children at all times.
4. Maintain control of the group.
5. Maintain discipline as outlined in the Staff Handbook.
6. Oversee and interact with children during outside play time.
7. Accompany children at all times.
Staff and Personal Relations:
1. Have a positive attitude. (Wear a smile!)
2. Communicate and cooperate with other staff members.
3. Communicate and cooperate with parents daily.
4. Promote teamwork.
5. Be flexible.
6. Be punctual.
7. Take initiative.
8. Use good judgment.
9. Keep information confidential. (NO GOSSIP!)
10. Support the New Creation Academy Program in accordance with all relevant policies
and procedures.
11. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Lead Teacher, Center
Director, Administrative Team and other staff.
12. Maintain a professional image.
13. Be trustworthy.
14. Be loyal to the Center Director and the Administrative Team at all times.
15. Be attentive and loving to the children at all times.
16. Follow instructions given by the Lead Teacher, Center Director or Administrative Team.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
1. Enjoyment of young children
2. Good mental and physical health
3. TB skin test within the past year
4. Respect for diverse cultural backgrounds
5. Willingness to complete training requirements
6. Willingness to undergo background checks required by law.
Early Education Care (EEC) Certified
