• Responsible for assisting with the education and enrichment of children from infancy to preschool-age
• Responsible for implementation of MSDE learning curriculum (Infancy to Preschool-age)
• Responsible for the maintenance and management of students in the classroom
• Responsible for interacting effectively with staff, children and parents, as well as with other professionals
• Responsible for making appropriate judgment calls and decision in the best interest of the child
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of classroom and center.
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Responsible for maintaining individual training and education standards

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old age
• Must hold at a minimum a GED
• Must successfully complete: 90 clock hours or the equivalent of approved pre-employment training, 9 hours communication, Basic Health and Safety, ASQ, ADA, and CPR/First Aide within 6 months of hire.
• Additional training requirements: 45 clock hours with infants and toddlers (if working with infants and toddlers), 45 clock hours for school-age (if working with school-age children)
• Prior experience not required, but preferred

Hours

• This position is 40 hours (or more) per week and may include weekends, some early morning and evening hours
• Equal Opportunity Employer

This position may require other duties not listed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary (Based on Experience/Education) starting at $19 /hour based on certifications and education.

Experience:

• 1 Year in a Childcare/Learning Center

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Location:

• Baltimore, MD (Preferred)

License:

• 90 hour certification (Required)

General Accountabilities

• Plans lessons and learning opportunities appropriate to the developmental level and individual needs of each child.
• Teaches children according to approved instructional programs at a rate and level expected with progress of each child.
• Evaluates children, maintaining anecdotal and developmental records for each assigned child.
• Meets with parents to discuss child's progress and to provide counsel or advice as appropriate.
• Maintains a suitable learning environment.
• Encourages critical thinking through use of stimulating questions and ideas.
• Uses a variety of methods and materials.
• Responsible for coordinating a comprehensive program for a targeted group of children integrating all required components including basic care, education, social service, nutrition and parent involvement and education.
• Provides training and guidance to other child care teachers and assistant teachers.
• Ensures integrated programs covering basic care, education, social service, nutrition and parent involvement and education.
• Supervises the development and coordination of curriculum, activities and special programs for young children..
• Interacts with partners, funding agencies and/or donors as required.

• Ensures program operations are in compliance with all requirements whether donor, grant or regulatory agencies.
• Represents the program to parents, the local community, regulatory agencies and donors or funding sources.
• Generates reports as required based on program activity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Hours: this position is 40 hours (or more) per week and many weekends, some early morning and evening hours.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Commensurate with Baltimore City and years of experience

Education: College Degree

Location: Baltimore, MD