Job Description

 

In the role of Childcare Teacher you will provide care and instruction for ages 6 weeks to 6 years. This individual will also be responsible for maintaining an environment and supporting activities designed to promote safety, nurturing support, and appropriate development in all curriculum areas. Classroom assignment is determined based on the needs of the center with openings currently in our infant through preschool aged classrooms.

Wages starting between $13.34-$16/hr.

 

Benefits

This role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, 25% childcare discount and a 403B retirement account. PTO is frontloaded upon hire and starts accruing immediately.

 

Schedule

Monday - Friday, typical business hours

 

What You'll Do

• Build a positive, trust-based relationship with each child and their family by providing positive communication and body language at all times
• Supervise children carefully and consistently indoors and outdoors. Ensure classroom ratio is maintained at all times
• Maintain and support a structured environment and routine that provides children with consistency as well as the ability to freely explore and engage in constructive, purposeful play
• Assist with implementation of lesson plans that detail the classroom study and related activities including GOLD objectives being addressed by each activity. Contribute to curriculum planning
• Promote social and emotional competency, self-confidence, and resiliency by using an approved curriculum and effective role modeling
• Demonstrate effective conflict resolution, team building, and positive communication skills with interacting with others

 

What You'll Need

• Preferred: One year of college education in Early Childhood, Child Development, Child Development Associate (CDA)
• One year of experience serving children required. A supervised practicum may substitute for one year of experience
• Preferred: Current certification in CPR, First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, Universal Precautions and Medication Administrator
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to voice concerns in a positive manner
• Ability to accurately document all observations, significant events, and services rendered.
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the classroom and playground areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to accurately receive and implement parent instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• This position may be subject to COVID-19 safety requirements. If applicable, specific requirements will be discussed during the interview process.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@childserve.org.

Why ChildServe?

ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:

• Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve more than 5,600 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
• Our team rocks. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
• Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
• We believe we our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued and all feel safe and welcome.
• We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

 

ChildServe is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

 

Pay: $13.34 - $16.00 per hour

 

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement

 

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

 

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Johnston, IA 50131: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person

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