Child Care Teachers

Company: Hudson Valley Community College
Location: Troy
Posted on: March 11, 2023

Job Description:

$500 Sign On Bonus!
Viking Child Care Center at Hudson Valley Community College has immediate full time openings for two Infant teachers, four Toddler teachers, and a preschool teacher (as of 3/7/2023). We are looking for qualified professionals who are enthusiastic about early care and education to come join our team. The ideal candidates must have the minimum qualifications required and perform the duties and responsibilities listed below:
Qualifications:
* Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred; and
* Experience in an early childhood care setting
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Provide attentive care in a nurturing environment
* Provide a classroom environment that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to children's strengths, interests and needs to promote the social, emotional, physical and educational development and growth of each child
* Ensure the classroom is stocked with materials and supplies that reflect diverse images. Initiate activities and discussions to build self-identity and teach the value of differences
* Provide and promote positive guidance and discipline while supervising children
* Establish and maintain positive, supportive relationships with families, children, staff and collaborators
* Conduct parent teacher conferences at least twice a year to discuss the development and growth of the children
* Complete all required paperwork including weekly lesson plans, weekly parent newsletters, anecdotal records, workshop summaries, student intern and work study student evaluations, and other paperwork as needed
* Knowledgeable of all Child Care guidelines and able to implements those that relate to the teaching position
* Work cooperatively with co-teacher, center staff and special education services
* Work within a community college environment
* Participate in fundraising and public relation events sponsored by the center
* Attend and participate in center staff meetings
* Show enthusiasm, teamwork and a positive attitude toward job
* Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and be responsible for the care, cleanliness and daily preparation of learning areas
* Perform all reasonable related duties as assigned by the Director, Assistant Director or their designee
We offer competitive salaries based on educational level and experience, tuition assistance for SUNY classes and a rewarding career in our modern facility. Our center is rich in resources and materials for children and teachers and provides many opportunities for professional development.
Some of our benefits include:
* Comprehensive medical benefits
* Dental plan
* Vision plan
* Prescription plans
* Retirement plan
* 13 paid holidays
* Paid time off
Pay Range: $15.00 - $19.00 depending on education and experience

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