Toddler Teacher
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Toddler Teacher

St. George’s Episcopal School
Lead Teacher


Qualification Standards
Education:
Required – A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) and working towards a college degree in early childhood or related field
Preferred – Experience in a NAEYC Accredited school and a Bachelor’s in Child Development or related field
Other: Certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Extensive knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood and implement the approach
Ability to develop rapport with children, parents, and co-workers
Strong leadership qualities and skills
Ability to develop a high-quality, age appropriate curriculum to successfully engage children and foster physical, emotional, cognitive and social development
Strong group management skills with young children
Ability to work as a team with teaching partner and staff
Effective organizational and planning skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner
Ability to understand and follow instructions precisely
Ability to exercise tact, discretion and confidentiality
Understanding of Microsoft suite applications, average technical knowledge

Description of Duties and Tasks
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Reports to the Head of School and is responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of children; planning and executing the educational program in accordance with the vision, mission, and philosophy of the school.

Treat all children, families, and staff with respect and loving kindness
Supervise all children by sight and sound at all times
Provide a safe environment for children to play and learn
Prepare and submit monthly lesson plans, anecdotal records, as well as your class daily schedule and any supply lists
Conduct 3 parent conferences throughout the year
Evaluate children on an ongoing basis
Report to office staff when furniture or materials in classroom are broken or need replacing
Attend monthly staff meetings
Attend weekly age-level meetings
Manage your team by delegating, coaching, mentoring, and ensuring your class is running efficiently
Hold the staff accountable for daily duties and following policies and procedures
Attend school sponsored events
Actively participate in Ancillary classes
Obtain a minimum of 30 clock hours of ongoing early childhood training by the end of each school year (May)
Follow the NAEYC criteria and update classroom portfolios as needed
Abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethics, St. George’s Episcopal School’s Employee Policy and Procedures, and the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Minimum Standard

Physical Requirements

Lift up to 30 lbs. on a daily basis, multiple times
Repetitive bending, stretching, and stooping
Have mobility required to ensure the safety of the children
Work with children on the floor
Work outdoors in any variety of weather
Fully capable to have visual or hearing capabilities consistent with Child Care Licensing safety requirements
Perform light duty cleaning

Benefits
Full time employees working 40 hours/wk. and 12 months/yr. are eligible to receive the following benefits. Detailed parameters are listed in the school’s personnel policies and procedures handbook.

Health insurance
Pension
Short-term/Long-term disability
Accidental Death
Worker’s Compensation
Flexible hours and compensation to attend college classes
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay