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Early Childcare Education Lead Teacher

Early Childcare Education Lead Teacher

Easterseals RedwoodFort Mitchell, KY, US
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Base pay range

$15.00 / hr - $16.00 / hr

Who is Easterseals Redwood?

Here at Easterseals Redwood, we believe that uniqueness is power. We change the way the world views and defines disability by making profound and positive differences in people's lives every day. In Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, we do this with a focus on building a more diverse and inclusive workforce and community. We break down barriers for people with disabilities, veterans, and people with economic disadvantages. Easterseals Redwood is an engine for opportunity. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive human services providers in the region. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Our values : Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage

Why join Easterseals Redwood as an Early Childcare Education Lead Teacher

  • $500 SIGN ON BONUS.
  • Starting at $15 / hour commensurate with experience and education!
  • No evenings, or weekends
  • PTO and Extended Illness Time
  • Health Insurance options
  • 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match
  • Dental and Vision Insurance options
  • Disability benefits options
  • Education and Professional Development Assistance
  • Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • 10 Paid holidays
  • Growth opportunities

About Being an Early Childcare Education Lead Teacher

This position provides oversight for a specific childcare program area, staff supervision of assistant caregivers, and compliance with all regulatory requirements including NAEYC and STARs. It serves in a dual role to provide direction and supervision for ECE Assistants while sharing duties related to mentoring, training, researching and implementing age-appropriate curriculum activities and complying with all regulatory requirements. It implements and manages operational changes in the assigned childcare program area to comply with regulations, STARs and NAEYC. It reports staff disciplinary issues to the Program Manager / assigned supervisor or to the division director. It provides input to the Director / assigned supervisor for staff performance evaluations. It directs the work of volunteers assigned to the classroom. It provides oversight for the accurate and timely completion of all required documentation including attendance records, individualized goals, service notes, reports for the family, incident reports, food service forms, etc. It sets up and assists children in the use of assistive / adaptive and computer technology for structured or independent learning and to perform functional tasks. It collaborates with other assistants in establishing children's individual objectives. It attends meetings as assigned. It communicates pertinent information regarding each child's care and wellbeing to all other assistant caregivers and relevant people. It performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

  • Computer Skills – Possesses a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet software and database programs. Able to accurately enter data into a database, search for information, send and receive email and attachments.
  • Teamwork – balancing team and individual responsibilities, openness to others' views, giving and receiving feedback, building a positive team spirit, and supporting everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Strong customer service skills for internal and external customers.
  • Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious, and economic status.
  • Excellent time management, multi-tasking and prioritization.
  • Attention to detail and problem solving.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Interpersonal skills including confidentiality, listening, composure, and openness to others' ideas / tries new things.
  • Professionalism including tact, composure under pressure, respect, responsibility, and follow-through.
  • Shows initiative, volunteers readily, asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Works with integrity and ethically.

    • What Easterseals Redwood Requires – Education and Experience

  • Child Development Associates degree or preparatory work toward that degree or college coursework, associates, or baccalaureate degree in early childhood education, special education, or closely related field.
  • At least two years' experience working with children with special health care needs.

    • Work Environment

    Work is performed with children with special needs / disabilities in classrooms in Easterseals Redwood's building, on the grounds, and in the community. Redwood's building is climate controlled with standard lighting. When conducting duties outside of the building, lighting and temperature reflect seasonal conditions. Noise levels are moderate. There is minimal-to-no exposure to hazardous chemicals with occasional exposure to contagious conditions, such as the common cold. Children may display disruptive behavior.

    We are a drug-free workplace.

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