RESPONSIBILITIES

(representative): Follow lesson plans and provide coverage in the event of teacher absence. Supervise activities to ensure the safety of the children, other staff members and students. Ensure that the environment is neat, sanitary, attractive and conducive to learning. Observe and relate significant daily occurrences to caregivers either verbally or in writing. Assist with preparing, serving, and disposing of snacks and meals; supervise children when assisting with these tasks. Eat meals with children to demonstrate good nutritional habits. Model appropriate behaviors for working with children. Report possible violations of state laws or other regulatory agencies to lead teacher, or director for follow up. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: A. Education/Experience Training: Required At least an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education. At least two years’ work experience teaching young children in an educational childcare setting. Certification in first aid and communicable diseases, training in child abuse recognition and prevention, and infant-child CPR must be maintained throughout employment. Preferred: An Ohio Pre-K Associate license. Additional coursework towards completion of a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of principles and techniques of early childhood education. Skills in working effectively with parents and children. Ability to learn and properly apply the following: departmental policies and procedures; state and federal laws relative to child-care facilities; ability to model teaching methods and behaviors; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to participate in training for state and national program compliance. C. Physical Activity Level: Medium – Significant walking, standing, squatting, and kneeling; lift 50 lbs. occasionally, 25 lbs. frequently; able to carry children, furniture and equipment and use child-sized tables and chairs. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Available to work 7:15 – 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, on an as needed basis to cover for teaching staff absences.