Early Childcare Teacher/Education
About This Role
Based in Memphis, this support staff member opening at Kingdom Hearts Enrichment Center pays $18 – $19/Hr and requires an active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
The ideal candidate will be a team player who can develop a cohesive teaching team and manage the day-to-day operations of the classroom. With a strong understanding of child development, this professional will be responsible for creating a safe and stimulating environment that fosters children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role, as the Teacher will need to effectively communicate with children, adults, and parents to meet the needs of the children and resolve parental concerns.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Develop a comprehensive educational curriculum by creating engaging classroom activities that align with developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
- Encourage and support teaching team success by modeling and coaching best practices.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, cognitive, and emotional growth in children.
- Maintain regular communication with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- E nsure that all center policies and state regulations are adhered to.
- Maintain a healthy and safe classroom environment by adhering to hygiene and cleanliness standards and ensuring the security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Accurately maintain records, forms, and files.
- Develop and maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Must pass a full background check and clear health screening.
- High energy and ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- Associate's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Strong understanding of child development.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
- A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Nice to Have
- A CDA or Childcare Associate Degree is a plus.
Benefits
About Kingdom Hearts Enrichment Center
ONE TEAM
ONE GOAL
SMILING FACES
Kingdom Hearts A Safe Haven For Children To Learn, Dream, And Believe
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires a CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Early Childcare Teacher/Education role pays $18 to $19/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Kingdom Hearts Enrichment Center located?
Kingdom Hearts Enrichment Center is located at 3515 Boxdale Street, Memphis, TN