Childcare Teacher

Also known as daycare teachers, childcare teachers are typically employed by childcare facilities and centers to provide for children’s basics needs while parents are unavailable. They ensure that children’s developmental, nutritional, health, and educational needs are taken care of.

Job Descriptions

We are looking to hire an attentive childcare teacher to perform all duties necessary to ensure that children’s basic needs are taken care of. The childcare teacher’s responsibilities include feeding and grooming children, introducing children to new, age-appropriate hobbies, and sanitizing all toys and play areas. You should also be able to identify and address behavioral problems.

To be successful as a childcare teacher, you should be able to maintain progress reports of all children under your care. Ultimately, an exceptional childcare teacher will cultivate a safe and loving environment that is conducive to growth and learning.

Job Responsibilities

  • Providing basic care for children which includes feeding, grooming, and changing diapers
  • Developing age-appropriate socialization skills in children
  • Encouraging positive behavior and good manners
  • Using various learning methods such as stories, games, and drawing to intellectually stimulate children
  • Identifying behavioral problems and developing appropriate strategies to address them
  • Attending staff meetings, conferences, and workshops
  • Holding regular parent-teacher meetings to address any issues, concerns, or parent complaints
  • Providing a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment
  • Communicating with parents and providing updates on children’s progress

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Child care professional (CCP) certification is advantageous
  • Proven experience working as a childcare teacher
  • Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred
  • Clear criminal background check
  • In-depth understanding of childhood development
  • Strong conflict resolution skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attentive and patient
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