Infant​/Toddler-Teacher

Overview

Find your calling at Mercy! Responsible for the development, implementation and carry through of age appropriate curriculum utilizing Project Construct Indicators, Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Accreditation Standards. Demonstrates the ability to understand each child's individual needs as well as the group. Assists each child in becoming an integral member of the group. Provides opportunities for children to construct their own knowledge through exploration and play experiences.

Provides a smooth coordination of staff/child interaction and activities appropriately. Adaptations are provided when necessary to meet the individual learning style of each child. Relates to children in a positive and respectful manner. Responsible for the supervision and management of assigned classroom while providing a safe and nurturing environment. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Develop, implement and carry through of age appropriate curriculum utilizing Project Construct Indicators, Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Accreditation Standards.
• Understand each child?s individual needs as well as the group; assist each child in becoming an integral member of the group.
• Provide opportunities for children to construct their own knowledge through exploration and play experiences.
• Coordinate staff/child interaction and activities; provide adaptations to meet individual learning styles.
• Relate to children in a positive and respectful manner.
• Supervise and manage the assigned classroom while providing a safe and nurturing environment.
• Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensure: Must be registered with the State of practice Family Care Safety Registry within 15 days of hire.
• Experience: Preferred 1 year child care experience; experience working with children in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Certifications: Must be registered with the State of practice Family Care Safety Registry within 15 days of hire (as noted under Licensure).
• Other: Preferred Education and Preferred Licensure details as listed in the original description.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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