Teacher - Kaneohe

Company: Kama'aina Kids
Location: Kaneohe
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Location: 45-520 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Position Summary: Plan and carry out daily program and activities for the 3's and 4's class Supervises: May work with and supervise an assistant teacher or aide Schedule: - - - - - - - - - - - - Full-time Wouldn't it be great to get something more out of your job than just a paycheck?When you join Kama'aina Kids Ohana you can expect:

• To make a difference in the lives of young children and their families.
• To work with others dedicated to providing quality care and education for the children of Hawaii.
• To be supported in your professional growth through training, meetings, one on one support, and financial assistance.
• To be part of our culture, have fun, be creative and encourage laughter.Benefits:
  • $75 New Hire Bonus
  • College Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Comprehensive Training (Community First Aid, CPR/AED Certification)
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • Childcare Discounts
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid HolidaysEssential Job Functions (fundamental teacher responsibilities):
    • Establish and maintain a learning Center environment that supports the growth and development of children
    • Plan and conduct developmentally appropriate daily activities for children
    • Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans using required forms and turn them in as scheduled
    • Observe, record, and report significant individual and group behavior
    • Be responsible for written communications to parents; notes, newsletters, end of year written reports on children
    • Establish a safe and healthy nurturing environment for children
    • Supervise children for safety by sight and sound at all times. Assure 15 min. headcounts are recorded on required forms Attend staff meetings, school programs, In/Service Training
    • Complete child assessments and parent-teacher conferences as scheduled
    • Display teaching excellence for other staff; role model, share professional and technical information.Secondary Job Functions (tasks that can be delegated):
      • Establish and maintain a learning Center environment that supports the growth and development of children
      • Write up lesson plans.
      • Write communications to parents; notes, newsletters, year-end reports.
      • Fill out injury reports.
      • Set up classroom daily and prior to Fall and Summer sessions.
      • Change diapers and/or wet or soiled clothing.
      • Keep the environment clean and orderly; bend and pick up toys, wipe tables and chairs, etc.
      • Answer the telephone and record messages according to format.Additional Responsibilities (expected of all staff):
        • Relate joyfully and sensitively to children
        • Greet parents cheerfully
        • Greet children individually, warmly, and cheerfully
        • Conduct Daily Health checks when greeting children and have them handed upon arrival
        • Give loving personal attention to children when they need it; comfort crying, dry tears, wipe noses, give hugs and reassurance
        • Be conscious of the cleanliness of children; soiled clothing must be changed, children's hands and faces kept clean
        • Report all signs of illness, injury, unusual behavior, or possible abuse to the Center Director.
        • Use group management and discipline that is positive, appropriate, and consistent.
        • Maintain a positive attitude toward children, parents, and coworkers.
        • Communicate positively with children, parents, coworkers, and Director.
        • Work cooperatively with Director and other staff towards maintaining a quality program for children.Personal Demands of the Position:
          • Emotional maturity and stability
          • Emotional stamina to work positively with young children for the length of the scheduled workday
          • Mental stability; a patient, flexible, sense of humor, positive, consistent, dependable, cooperative
          • Sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations
          • Able to take supervision and correction constructively
          • Able to positively supervise aides and other personnel when required
          • Clean personal hygieneQualifications (For Levels I, II, III):
            • Clear a local and national criminal background check
            • Clear an employment history check
            • Free of TB
            • Completed physical
            • At least 18 years of ageEducational Qualifications:
              • A degree in ECE or Child Development - and - 6 months of experience working with children
              • Bachelor Degree in any field, plus 12 credits in Early childhood or Child Development and 6 months experience working with children
              • Bachelor's Degree in Elem. Ed plus 6 credits in Early Childhood/ Child development and 6 months experience working with children
              • 60 credits in a degree program and a Certificate in Early Childhood Ed ( 16 credits) and 1 year of supervised teaching experienceCDA (Child Development Associate Credential) and 1 year supervised teaching experience Preferred Qualifications (other helpful qualifications):
                • Hold a current first-aid certificate.

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