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Posted : 06-Aug-24
Location : Council Bluffs
Salary : Open
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This is a full time, year round position. This person is responsible foroperating a developmentally appropriate early childhood education classroom in cooperation with ECE Associates and Lead Associates.
They assist in the development and implementation of learning experiences for individual and groups of children within a specified age range, ensuring children's portfolios and other standards are up to date through daily communication and conferences.
Function as team member with other Children Center teachers to promote, develop, and deliver a quality early childhood education program that is in the best interests of the children, families, program and the college
Adhere to professional and ethical standards in early childhood by exhibiting a positive and professional attitude that contributes to a productive oriented environment
In cooperation with Lead Teacher; organize, plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum in an early childhood classroom
Prepare, post and implement daily and weekly lesson plans for assigned classroom. Lesson plans should reflect documented goals and objectives for the children in the classroom
Maintain and model an open communication network with the Lead Teacher, Director, staff and ECE program faculty to meet the needs of children, families, students and the program
Report parent or child concerns to the Director. Report ECE student concerns to the Director and / or ECE program instructor
Assist in the supervise ECE students completing their labs and practicums experiences in the Center, serving as a role model of developmentally appropriate early childhood practices
Utilize various assessment instruments in cooperation with the Director, ECE program, and staff to assess children's development and learning.
Coordinate with the Lead Teacher to complete two parent teacher conferences per year, per child.
Treat all children, students, staff and parents with dignity and respect
Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, students and colleagues
Arrange and rotate classroom materials, with the assistance of the Lead Teacher, to uphold a high level of NAEYC, IQ4K and Iowa Early Learning Standards to ensure a developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Maintain program equipment, making reports of repairs as needed to director
Responsible for general housekeeping tasks of the center, proper use and clean-up of equipment and areas, including laundry tasks, kitchen cleanup, storing of equipment and playground
Other duties as assigned
Can make decisions in matters of significance
Know, understand and abide by Department of Human Services Child Care Licensing Regulations
Know, abide by and enforce Center, departmental, and college regulations as explained in Children Center College Student Handbook and Iowa Western Community College Administrative Procedures Manual
Maintain accurate records of accidents and injuries and administration of medication of children
Demonstrate punctuality in completion of requests by the Director and Early Childhood Studies Instructors
Complete playground safety checks and monthly fire and tornado drills
Participate in scheduled Children Center Staff development activities and staff meetings, family activities and Family Advisory Board functions
Initiate and pursue a professional growth plan that meets the guidelines outlined in the DHS Child Care Licensing Regulations with a minimum 10 Clock Hours per year.
Responsible for tracking Clock Hours
Initiate and pursue professional growth plan that meets the CACFP regulations with a minimum of 2 Clock Hours per year
Associate's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field required.
Experience working in a group setting with children ages birth to five.
Must pass a pre-employment Iowa Criminal Records check and Iowa Child Abuse Registry check
Must be able to pass a physical medical exam required by Department of Human Services Child Care Licensing Regulations
Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of personalities in a diverse community
Ability to use cleaning equipment and supplies
Ability to pass a drug screen if applicable
Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
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Nestled on beautiful acres in Iowa’s Loess Hills, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers students the amenities and atmosphere of a larger institution combined with the comforts and quiet of a smaller campus setting.
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