Pay Range: $15.00 – 17.00/ hour
Function
The Childcare Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, leading and evaluating Preschool programs in a manner that contributes to the child’s well being, growth and development. To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence is encouraged, and individuality respected.
Supervision Received
The Childcare Teacher is under the direct supervision of the Program Manager.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
A. General Administration
1. Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and the general public.
2. Prepare and complete lesson plans and agency forms.
3. Use appropriate and positive discipline.
4. Active participation in program.
5. Maintain and organize files and records for programs.
6. Adhere to all DCFS state guidelines
7. Meet uniform and appearance standards.
B. Customer Service
1. Staff will greet all visitors in a friendly manner.
2. Staff will be courteous at all times.
3. Staff will provide the customers with accurate information in all park district communications.
C. Safety, Health and Loss Control
1. Support, promote and make recommendations regarding all safety, health and loss control policies as adopted by the park district.
2. Follow all safety and health state guidelines and national accreditation standards.
Marginal Functions/Responsibilities
1. Prepare materials needed in program prior to class.
2. Submit supply requests as needed.
3. Assist with general housekeeping tasks.
Psychological Considerations
1. Be able to enjoy working with people and make them feel good about themselves.
2. Be able to be flexible and work under stressful conditions.
3. Be able to work under supervision and direction of supervisors.
4. Be able to work closely with staff.
5. Be able to work well with public.
Physiological Considerations
1. Be able to have physical contact with public.
Environmental Considerations
1. Be able to work outdoors in extreme heat and cold.
Cognitive Considerations
1. Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals.
2. Be able to follow rules and verbal instruction.
3. Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement.
4. Be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.
Experience
1. Must have minimum two years working with children ages 3-5 in a child care setting.
Education
1. B.A., B.S., or A.A. degree in Education, Recreation, or related field preferred.
2. Must have a minimum of 1 year childcare experience and 30 credit hours in college coursework with 6 college credits in early childhood OR 60 college credits with 6 credits in early childhood