ECDC Associate Shared TeacherPosition Overview
The Associate Shared Teacher is a full-time, 12-month professional position, typically scheduled 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.
Minimum Qualifications
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Must be at least 21 years of age
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CDA, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
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Previous experience working with children in a group setting
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Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices
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Physically able to lift 40 pounds and meet the demands of supervising young children
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Able to visually and audibly supervise children both indoors and outdoors
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Successful completion of pediatric First Aid and CPR training
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Passing scores on physical exam, criminal history check, and drug screening
Essential Knowledge, Skills amp; Abilities
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Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate Project Approach Curriculum
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Creates and maintains a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment
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Builds positive relationships with preschool and school-age children
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Demonstrates understanding of child development and how young children learn
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Applies appropriate classroom guidance and management strategies
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Demonstrates emotional and social maturity to respond responsibly in stressful or crisis situations
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Shows sensitivity to children's individual learning, emotional, social, physical, and creative needs
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Implements Indiana Licensing Regulations and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
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Visually observes and supervises children's activities indoors and outdoors
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Lifts children and equipment up to 40 pounds; bends and kneels to children's eye level
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Moves quickly to intervene in unsafe situations
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Communicates openly and positively with children, families, college students, and ECDC staff
Primary Responsibilities
The Associate Shared Teacher supports the Co-Lead Teachers in planning and implementing a developmental program consistent with ECDC's philosophy, NAEYC Accreditation standards, and Indiana child care licensing requirements. This includes assisting with a Project Approach Curriculum that encourages creativity and divergent thinking and is responsive to children's interests. Learning activities include art, language arts, math, music, science, social science, free-choice activities, and gross and fine motor development — all centered on each child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and creative growth.
Ancillary Responsibilities
The Associate Shared Teacher is also responsible for:
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Attending scheduled teacher meetings
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Pursuing ongoing professional development (in-service opportunities, conferences, and/or coursework) to meet Indiana Licensing and NAEYC Accreditation requirements
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Establishing and maintaining open, communicative relationships with families
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Assisting Co-Lead Teachers with room arrangement and materials; maintaining a safe, healthy, clean, orderly, and welcoming learning environment
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