QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED certificateMinimum of 1 year of teaching experience in a preschool or early childhood programDemonstrated ability or requisite personal qualities to work well with children and adults Actively enrolled in an AA or CDA programPLACE CHILDREN AS THE FIRST PRIORITYFamily RelationshipsEstablish and maintain regular 2-way communicationLearn about children's individual needs to ensure a smooth transition between home and schoolEmotional SupportCreate an emotional connection with students and among students with warmth, respect, and enjoyment communicated by verbal and nonverbal interactions (positive environment)Avoid negativity in the classroom (negative environment)Exercise awareness of and responsivity to students' academic and emotional needs by providing comfort, reassurance, and encouragement (teacher sensitivity)Interact with students in classroom activities and place an emphasis on students' interests, motivations, and points of view and encourage students responsibility and autonomy (regard for student perspectives)Classroom OrganizationProvide clear behavioral expectations and use effective methods to prevent and redirect misbehavior (behavior management)Manage instructional time and routines and provide activities for students so that they have the opportunity to be involved in learning activities (productivity)Maximize students' interest, engagement, and ability to learn from lessons and activities (instructional learning formats)Instructional SupportUse instructional discussions and activities to promote students' higher-order thinking skills and cognition and focus on understanding rather than on rote instruction (concept development)Provide feedback that expands learning and understanding and encourages continued participation (quality of feedback) Focus on the quality and amount of use of language-stimulation and language-facilitation techniques (language modeling)Harmonious ClassroomSupport children as they practice social skills and build friendshipsCounter potential bias and discrimination by treating children with equal respect and consideration Provides models and visual images of adult roles, differing abilities, and ethnic and cultural backgrounds Assist lead teacher with designing enriched learning environmentsCurriculumSupport teachers in the implementation of activities that support the social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development of childrenEngage in children's physical and cognitive play and ask open-ended questions to challenge a child's problem-solving abilities and language acquisitionPlan and implement 1outdoor activitiesHealth, Safety, and Emergency ProceduresSupervise children by positioning self to hear and see children at all times (refer to child supervision policies and procedures)Complete First Aid/CPR training in order to perform critical life-saving measures, when necessaryGain a thorough knowledge of and follow risk management plansCheck children for signs of illness or accidentsDispense medication according to proceduresFollow all HWCEC and DHS policies and proceduresOtherAssist lead teacher with ensuring classroom meets Environmental Rating ScaleAssist with laundry, classroom cleanliness, and equipment sanitization Records daily attendanceRecords food records, serves children and models during meal timesPromotes teamwork and shows respect for team membersComplete other duties as assigned by Team Lead or member of leadership teamWork Ethic and Professional ResponsibilitiesAttend scheduled team meetingsAcquire at least 25 hours of professional development annuallyLearn Environmental Rating Scale and GOLD AssessmentMaintain professional appearanceMeet program requirements for attendanceMaintain professional composure during a busy working dayEmployment is contingent on passing pre-employment background checks, drug screens and reference checks.