Teacher, Child Development

Designs developmentally appropriate activities for children based on developmental needs and established goals

Organizes and leads activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development

Identification of suitable teaching material and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play

Provides basic care and care-giving activities

Uses a wide range of teaching methods to enhance the child’s abilities

Observes and conducts developmental assessment, both formal and informal, of each child in the classroom

Maintains constant communication with parents to provide updates on child’s learning, curriculum, and to provide resources to enhance children’s learning and development

Identifies behavioral, developmental or health problems, and implementation of need-based remedial activities

Adherence with the teaching standards and safety regulations as established by State and National Child Care Regulations

Maintains student records and provides reports as required

Supervises, trains, evaluates and plans assignments for student trainees and field placement students

Maintains ethical code of conduct in compliance with the NAEYC and FERPA.

Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field from a regionally accredited program

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field from a regionally accredited program

Minimum Experience

Three (3) years’ experience as a childcare/daycare teacher

Licenses/Certifications

Current First Aid and CPR certification

Current Criminal Record Clearance with the Child Abuse Index, Check, Sex Offender Registry, and drug screen clearance

Health and Tuberculosis (TB) test clearances

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of early childhood education

Knowledge of Mississippi Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers

Demonstration of patience, compassion, attitude and disposition toward working with children and their families

Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills

Emotional maturity

Creativity and innovation

Flexibility in receiving assignments or adapting to program changes