Daycare Teacher - Urgent

We are searching for a capable Daycare Teacher to join our exceptional team at Creative Home Academy and Preschool, LLC in Memphis, TN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Daycare Teacher is a fantastic opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, problem-solving and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Daycare Teacher at Creative Home Academy and Preschool, LLC today!

Creative Home Academy in Memphis, TN is looking for one infant daycare teacher to join our team. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, punctual, and hard-working.

Position Overview

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.

· Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.

· Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.

· Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.

· Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.

· Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.

· Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.

· Maintain accurate records, forms and files.

· Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

· Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.

· High energy.

· Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

· Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

· A strong understanding of child development.

· Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

· Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

· Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Physical Requirements

Be able to lift 35 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED, CDA preferred, Pass Background check

We are looking forward to receiving your application. Thank you.

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Benefits of working as a Daycare Teacher in Memphis, TN:

● Company offers great benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Advantageous package