Job description

Teachers at the Lake Highlands Presbyterian Church (LHPC) Child Development Center (CDC) are responsible for maintaining a safe and enriching classroom environment for children. The teacher will deliver developmentally-appropriate lessons plans based upon the age of the children. The CDC is open from 7:00am - 6:00pm Monday - Friday and serves children aged 8 weeks through 4 years and offers an After School program for Elementary School students. This position would be for a 8:30am-5:30pm shift.

The Toddler Class is for children aged between 1yr to 2yrs old. Teachers are need to comfortable with getting up and down from the floor, carrying children up to 30lbs, and diaper changes. Daily activities include snacks & meals, singing, dancing, playing with toys, Circle Time, Outdoor Play, reading books, and age appropriate art projects.

Essential Job Duties

Supervise children in classroom setting to ensure a safe environment with the child’s well-being at the forefront
Plan enriching classroom activities and lesson plans
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom
Diaper Changing and introduction to Potty Training
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Prepare and implement lesson plans that include daily, weekly, and monthly themes and activities
Decorate the classroom with appropriate materials, including bulletin boards, children’s art work, and pictures to stimulate interest and a good learning environment
Maintain good communication with parents and other staff members on a daily basis
Attend monthly team meetings and trainings, including 24 hours of continuing education.
Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to use computers, tablets, laptops, or other similar devices with minimal or no assistance
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to think creatively with teaching methods
Knowledge of safe and appropriate child care behaviors
Licensed Child Care Experience REQUIRED
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
CDA Preferred

Benefits

Generous PTO and Sick Pay
Employee Tuition Discount
TeleHealth Service

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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