Childcare Teacher

Southwestern Daycare, located in Orchard Park, NY is a small non-profit faith-based organization dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating educational environment. Our mission is to offer a vibrant and interactive setting where children can thrive. We strive to cultivate a love for learning through a fun and engaging atmosphere, supported by a caring and dedicated staff committed to fostering each child's development and well-being. Job Summary: We are seeking a caring and experienced Floater Teacher to join our team. This role involves nurturing and educating infants through preschoolers in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for early childhood education and demonstrate an understanding of the developmental needs of young children. Teaching Strategies curriculum is provided for teacher to implement. Key Responsibilities: Classroom Management: Create a Nurturing Environment: Establish a warm, secure, and engaging atmosphere that promotes each child's emotional and physical well-being. Daily Routine: Maintain a structured daily schedule that includes feeding, diapering, napping, and engaging activities provided in the curriculum and classroom. Safety and Supervision: Ensure a safe, clean, and organized classroom and provide constant supervision to prevent accidents and injuries. Child Development and Learning: Developmental Activities: Plan and execute developmentally appropriate activities using the Teaching Strategies Curriculum that support the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth of children. Sensory and Motor Skills: Provide opportunities for sensory exploration and gross and fine motor skill development. Language and Communication: Encourage early language development through talking, reading, singing, and interactive play. Communication and Collaboration: Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to ensure a supportive and cohesive environment. Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education. Health and Hygiene: Diapering and Feeding: Perform routine diaper changes, assist with feeding, and maintain proper hygiene practices to ensure the health and comfort of infants and toddlers. Health Protocols: Follow health and safety guidelines, including handwashing, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and managing any allergies or special dietary needs. Emergency Preparedness: Be prepared to handle emergencies, including administering first aid and following emergency evacuation procedures. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, CDA a plus and compensated accordingly Pay: Starts at $15 per hour Experience: Minimum of 1 years of experience working with children, preferably in a licensed childcare or educational setting. Skills and Abilities: Nurturing Attitude: Warm, compassionate, and patient approach to working with young children. Organizational Skills: Ability to implement activities based on provided curriculum and maintain an orderly classroom. Problem-Solving: Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations. Certifications: CPR and First Aid Certification: Required and will be offered as part of onboarding. Working Conditions: Environment: Work is performed in a classroom or infant room setting within a daycare facility. Physical Demands: Requires the ability to lift and carry infants and toddlers, get on the child's level either in a low chair or on the floor, and engage in physical play activities. Schedule: Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, Operating hours are 6:15am-6pm. Flexible scheduling. Willingness to open or close preferred Benefits: Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education and career growth. Grants available. Sign-on Bonus: After 90 days and again at 1 year