Reports To: Tri County Community Network DirectorEmployee Type: EXEMPT X NON-EXEMPTPOSITION SUMMARY:The School Age Teacher will oversee and work alongside other childrens program staff members to support the social, emotional, and academic growth of children utilizing positive and developmentally appropriate practices.This job description is intended to identify some of the primary duties and responsibilities. Mayers Memorial Hospital District reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this position description, at MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICTS sole and absolute discretion.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:High school Diploma or equivalent.
12 College semester Units in Early Childhood Education
6 or more months of experience in an early childhood/preschool facility OR public-school setting
Exceptional in multi-tasking, detail orientated and a commitment to maintaining a high level of positivity.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:General Competencies:Professional behavior is demonstrated, both when on duty and as a representative of MMHD outside of normal work hours.
Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.
Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
A positive working relationship with patients, visitors, and facility staff is demonstrated.
Organizational ability and time management is demonstrated.
Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction.
Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications. Ability to make appropriate recommendations or conclusions, given the data obtained.
Maintains an organized set of records, upon request, for the functions that are performed within the scope of this job.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers.
Performs all assigned tasks accurately, to include proper spelling and grammar, reference materials, and minimal mathematical calculation.
Takes direction from others to include those employees of other departments with which he/she works on a temporary basis in accordance with the chain of command.
Maintains all information as confidential as appropriate, to include payroll, personnel information, and other information obtained during the course of performing job duties that is confidential.
Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines in the performance of job functions.
Answers phone calls, assists public, and forwards appropriately if necessary and in a professional and friendly manner.
Other duties as assigned.Specific Competencies:Collaborate with program coordinators to ensure quality service.
In collaboration with the Director and other childrens program staff:
Develop an indoor and outdoor learning environment that provides age-appropriate experiences that foster child exploration and discovery.
Use a curriculum framework and curriculum tools that provide opportunities for each child to meet learning expectations that prepare children for success in school.
Establish a daily routine that includes time for both small group and large group learning activities, encourages creative expression, and provides opportunities for building healthy social/ emotional skills.
Model appropriate and respectful behavior to the children and fellow staff.
Work with parents to plan culturally appropriate curriculum that supports childrens learning styles and interests.
Maintain open, ongoing, and positive communication with parents.
Assess each childs learning needs through screening, observation, ongoing assessment and utilize that data to create lessons that support each childs learning needs.
Work with a classroom team that can include Assistant teachers, aides, and volunteers. Provide staff direction as needed.
Maintain a clean, well-organized, and appropriately decora ed classroom.
Work with the Director
To establish and maintain positive community relationships.
To keep all program paperwork up to date.Professional Requirements:Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional.
Completes annual education requirements if applicable.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Wears identification while on duty.
Attends annual evaluation and participates actively in this process.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.
Attends all meetings as appropriate.
Exhibits the mission, ethics, and goals of Mayers Memorial Hospital District in the performance of job duties.WORKING CONDITIONS:Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
Is involved with personnel, visitors, and government agencies, etc., when necessary.
Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with other personnel, clients, and support agencies.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sits, stands, bends, lifts, walks, and moves intermittently during working hours.
Able to lift 25 lbs.