Child Care Teacher
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position: Child Care Teacher
Employment Type: Direct Hire Permanent
Open Positions: 6
Location: Richmond VA 23298
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7.5-hour shift between 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM (exact schedule TBD)
Position Summary
The Child Care Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum using the Reggio Emilia educational approach. This role supports the cognitive social emotional and physical development of children ages six weeks to six years while ensuring compliance with licensing accreditation health and safety standards.
Core Responsibilities
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Plan develop and implement classroom lesson plans aligned with Reggio principles
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Support cognitive social emotional language and motor skill development
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Create and maintain a safe clean and engaging classroom environment
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Observe document and report childrens daily progress and developmental milestones
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Maintain accurate child records and written reports
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Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers
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Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned
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Ensure compliance with licensing accreditation and regulatory standards
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Implement infection control environmental health and safety procedures
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Maintain classroom materials toys furniture and play areas to minimize safety risks
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Monitor playground and classroom supervision coverage
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Prepare label store and secure cleaning and bleach solutions per policy
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Participate in staff meetings training sessions and continuing education
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Collaborate with teachers supervisors and leadership teams
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Support smooth transitions for children and families
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Accept alternate assignments and assist with special projects as needed
Required Qualifications
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Associate degree in Early Childhood Education Child Psychology Psychology or related field
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High School Diploma or equivalent plus 40 hours of early childhood education coursework
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Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelors or Masters degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
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Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
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Experience working with children ages six weeks to two years
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Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy
Experience Requirements
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Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children ages six weeks to six years (paid or unpaid)
Skills & Competencies
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Classroom management
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Lesson planning and curriculum development
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Child development and early learning standards
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Parent communication and documentation
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Infection control and safety compliance
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Team collaboration and supervision
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Problem-solving and decision-making
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Multitasking in a fast-paced environment
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Strong verbal written and listening skills
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
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Frequent bending climbing standing and movement
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Ability to work in a noisy active environment
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Ability to manage frequent and intensive interactions with children and families
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Rota Management
- Mentoring
- Leadership Skill
