Part-Time PM Floater (Little Wonder Academy)

Description

For over 25 years, BRAINATION has grown and evolved into a powerful network of schools, a network dedicated to increasing the capacity for human greatness in our students, in partnering organizations, and in communities. We are at the forefront of innovative facilitating and learning methods. We have redefined traditional approaches to education and are becoming a leader in world-class learning-helping students become expert learners and leaders, encouraging students to lead principle-centered lives, and inspiring students to belong, find joy, and be great.

Little Wonder Academy is a nurturing and engaging child development center that is compassionate about providing a safe and loving childcare center where every child can belong, find joy, and be great!

The Part-Time PM Floater is an Assistant Teacher that will be responsible for supervising and engaging with children, ensuring their safety, and maintaining a positive and nurturing environment.

Education and Curriculum

Assists in implementing curriculum activities and lesson plans. Follows

program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks and special activities.

Uses positive guidance techniques consistent with state licensing regulations; counsels

children when social, academic or adjustment problems arise.

Keeps accurate and current records of each child's developmental milestones, student

accidents, anecdotal notes and attendance.

Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, helps to establish developmentally appropriate

room arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the classroom, consistent with

the program's philosophy and goals.

Provides daily written communication to parents of infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds

as well as updating Kid Reports. For other age groups, ensures that daily list of activities

is posted for parents. Assists in maintaining classroom bulletin boards.

Has working knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards as they pertain to center

operations.

Interactions with Parents, Staff, and Director

Interacts professionally with current and prospective families.

Maintains appropriate primary caregiver groups.

Observes, records, and reports to lead teacher any needed repairs to the building, play

area, equipment or toys throughout the facility. Ensures that children are not exposed

to equipment or situations that could affect their health and safety.

Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled staff is not

available, such as taking full responsibility of the classroom in the absence of the lead

teacher. May write, submit, and implement a lesson plan. May also answer phones,

cook, clean, and organize as needs of the program dictate.

Health & Safety

Implements appropriate emergency procedures.

Administers CPR/First aid or other appropriate emergency procedures in the event of

serious child accidents or emergencies.

Properly maintains educational materials and equipment, ensures that children are

using equipment in an appropriate manner.

Keeps classroom and other play areas safe, neat and clean.

Requirements

Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age, education, and experience

At least 2 years experience working in early education preferred

First aid & CPR certified required

Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

Must be able to repeatedly bend, stoop and run; must repeatedly lift and carry children.

Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with children and parents.