Child Care Teacher (Pre-School)

Job Overview There is nothing quite like watching a child’s eyes fill with wonder or an elder’s face light up with joy. At Ebenezer Ridges Child Care and Senior Campus located in Burnsville , MN we are lucky to experience both each and every day. Our intergenerational childcare philosophy is learning through play and exploration and bringing multiple generations together in a stimulating environment. As children and older adults share memories, play games and create together, an unmistakable bond forms that transcends generations.

Under the supervision of the Child Care Director, the Lead Teacher is responsible for care and supervision of children in their assigned age group which may include infant, toddler, preschool or school-age children. Responsible for the supervision of the Assistant Teacher or Aide assigned to the classroom. To lead, plan and organize childcare program activities to ensure that the program provides the highest quality childcare available.

This schedule includes;

• 80 hours per two weeks ; Full Time
• Monday- Friday ; 9:00am - 5:30pm

Responsibilities

• Research and development of curriculum relevant to your Pre-School classroom.
• Provide weekly plans to both the Director and the parents of the childcare program.
• Ensures implementation of age-appropriate curriculum to nurture and stimulate the psychosocial, cognitive and cultural needs of the children in their care.
• Responsible to report any concerns to director any concerns regarding staff or classroom issues.
• Keeps necessary attendance records, up-to-date emergency forms, curriculum plans, individual child development profile and other records as needed.
• Responsible to communicate with parents on child development issues, policies or other concerns related to their child.
• Responsible for securing health, hygiene, safety and overall well-being of children at all times.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice per year.
• Complete assessments of children on an on-going basis.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information of staff and families.
• Strict compliance with universal precautions in the classroom or/and when administering first aid.
• Directly supervise classroom aides and volunteers. Report all needed information to the center’s Director.
• Report daily needs and activities to the Director.
• Maintain attendance and daily meal count.
• Maintain daily program schedule.
• Supervises health and safety needs of every child.
• Conducts classroom and parent meetings.
• Keeps classroom neat and orderly.
• Trains and guides the assigned Assistant Teacher, Aide and/or Volunteer, involving them in activity planning and program implementation with input from supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Child Development or Teacher qualified under Minnesota Rule 9503.0032
• less than 1 year
• Current Pediatric CPR American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts
• 1 year Two years teaching in childcare center or early childhood program

Benefit Overview Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status