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POSITION: Learning Center Lead Teacher.
DUTIES: This Learning Center is looking for Lead Teachers/Early Childhood Teachers (LT/ECT) responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care. Teachers are expected to be positive role models and mentors for staff at BSLC by helping the facility grow new future leaders. LT/ECT are responsible for assuring compliance with Rules & Regulations of all State and local governing contracting agencies. All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and families who are served by our organization. Therefore, each employee must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as, appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression, name calling, and unnecessary or inappropriate physical Primary Duties and Essential Functions: * Tend to children's basic needs such as: diapering, feeding, dressing, and interacting. * Cooperate with other LT/ECTs, aides, and staff professionally. * Develop and deliver weekly plans and implement developmentally appropriate activities. * Promote a safe and inclusive environment for children and families by incorporating cultural, linguistic, family values, and beliefs in the classroom, lessons, and activities. * Participate in small and large group activities with the children. * Complete general cleaning duties. * Observe and track children's development. * Provide responsive care to all children by promoting daily routines and creating a schedule. * Prepare portfolios for parent/teacher conferences twice a year. * Greet parents and children in a welcoming and friendly manner. * Provide daily reports to parents about their child's day during pick-up time and through our Database. * Collaborate with the Director/Subdirector to assist children when transitioning from home or classrooms * Keep children's attendance, contact information, medical records, and schedule changes up to date. Report any changes to Director * Maintain open communication with parents and staff. * Encourage families to participate in Family Engagement opportunities. * Report immediately any signs of child abuse/neglect to the Director and call 1-844-264-5437 * Report all staffing and classroom concerns or needs to the Director in a professional, timely manner. * Staff must believe in and act in accordance with the BSLC's mission statement. * Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being.
REQUIREMENTS: Meet Colorado's Requirements for Early Childhood Teachers or have a Professional Development Plan setup.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Dependability and professional work ethic. Good communication, problem solving, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively plan, organize, and implement educational activities. Ability to use technology to input data and for planning purposes. Maintain an overall positive and professional attitude. Maintain confidentiality. Comply with policies and procedures laid out in the Employee Manual and Colorado Rules Regulations for Childcare Centers.
PREFERRED: Early Childhood Education experience preferred. Spanish fluency and literacy (preferred but not required)
WAGE: $21-24/hour Depending on experience, bilingual $22-25, signing bonus. *$1,000Bonus: $200 signing bonus, $300 6month bonus, and $500 yearly bonus for full-time staff.
SHIFTS: Primary days are Monday through Friday with hours being 8 am to 5 pm. Actual days and hours to be discussed at interview.
JOB SITE: Leadville, CO.
BENEFITS: Medical, childcare priority, free child care for one child, 50% discount for additional children enrolled.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirement for this position, please click on "How to Apply" to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is avail ble at no cost to you. To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references with contact information by email.
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