Position Available: Daycare Teacher/Director
*Dual position as Director and Lead Toddler
Teacher.
*Director oversees the daily operations of the center including educational and
nutritional needs of children and functions as a lead teacher in the
toddler/2's classroom, 15 children max.
*Plans and implements age appropriate curriculum using various activities to
stimulate the children's social, emotional, intellectual and physical
development.
*Interact positively with the children, model good behavior and use appropriate
guidance/discipline techniques as outlined in discipline policy.
*Record daily activities of the children and report any major issues to the
owner and parent.
*Communicate with the families any incidents that have occurred and recorded on
site.
*Maintain knowledge of DCFS Licensing standards (407) and keep abreast of new
policies.
*Train new employees and direct staff in room assignments/job duties, and staff
scheduling. Assist owner in completing their annual job performance
evaluations. When necessary, discipline staff as outlined in our personnel
policy.
*Enroll new students and give tours.
*Promote the daycare in any way possible via social media etc. and maintain
working relationships with parents and staff.
*Ensure the health and safety of all children by keen supervision.
*Ensure compliance with city and state regulations to provide optimal a safe
educational and nurturing environment to children families and staff.
Desired Qualifications:
- 1+ to 2 years of experience
- Age Groups: Infant, Toddler, Preschool
- College degree
- First Aid Training, CPR Training, Early Childhood
Education (ECE)
Candidate must have a
minimum of an associate degree in child development or early childhood
education, or the equivalent (defined as 64 semester hours in any discipline
with a minimum of 21 semester hours of college credit in child development,
early childhood education or early childhood special education) and either a
Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential and/or 3 semester
hours of college credit or 3 points of credential approved training in
administration, leadership or management.
Additional Information:
- Compensation: $18.00
to $20.00 per hour (negotiable depending on experience)
- Availability: Full-time
and OT available