Job Summary: The principal responsibility of the caregiver or staff member is the safety of our children and to have the understanding, preparation and continuous professional development for this position.

Responsibilities: - Assist Lead Teacher in maintaining records on each child's progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with Head Start Standards.

• Responsible for assisting the teacher with the full implementation of The Nurture Nest Goals, the Nurture Nest quality performance standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of an early childhood development classroom (2.5 years-5 years of age) including developmentally appropriate practices.

• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

• Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is clean and organized.

• Participate in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development.

• Assist Lead Teacher in reviewing the progress of each child and developing written plans to promote each child's growth and development.

• Maintain a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.

• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.

• Assist Lead Teacher in planning, implementing and supervising the daily program of activities based principles of child development and in accordance with the program's curriculum while distributing materials and encouraging children to participate.

• Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.

• Establish a positive relationship with each child's family and share information about the child's day at the center.

• Assist the teacher in conducting parent conferences.

• Assist teacher in creating classroom learning tools and decorations.

• Responsible for assisting the Center Director and Lead Teacher in implementing parent involvement activities.

• Perform duties efficiently with little to no supervision at any given time.

Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED.

• CDA or 15 credit hours in Early Childhood Education.

• Minimum of six months to one - year teaching experience. Experience with at-risk children is preferred.

• Must have active Pediatric CPR and 1st Aid Certification.

• Must have an approved criminal background screening and fingerprint report.

• Documentation of Tuberculin-free condition

• Must demonstrate experience and interest in working with young children, parents, and volunteers.

• Must demonstrate a strong knowledge of appropriate practices in early childhood development including working with parents.

• Must demonstrate success in working as a member of a team.

• Must have effective and strong communication skills (oral and written).

• Must demonstrate the ability to work well with young children.

• Must be able to supply a yearly certificate of good health.

• Must be willing to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the program.

Physical Capabilities:

• Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.

• Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor or low - seating, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children's health and safety.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time