Job Description

Join Our Team as a Head Teacher and Inspire the Future!

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a stimulating environment for children's growth? TES Staffing is on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated Teachers to join our vibrant team, supporting daycare centers across the greater Buffalo area, including Amherst and Hamburg! We care about YOU!

What We Offer:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays : Enjoy a healthy work-life balance!

• Discounted Childcare : Bring your passion for childcare full circle.

• Health Insurance : Including telehealth for your convenience!

• Dental Insurance : Keep smiling bright!

• Education Assistance : Grow your skills while helping others grow.

• 401k : Secure your future with us.

• Life Insurance : Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

• Employee Referral Program : Share the love and get rewarded.

• Employee Assistance Program : We're here for you.

• Abundant Opportunities for Growth : Your career development matters.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Classroom/Program Management:

• Engage and Care : Provide attentive supervision and daily care to all children in your assigned classroom.

• Creative Planning : Develop and implement fun, developmentally appropriate activities and experiences.

• Innovative Teaching : Use diverse teaching techniques like modeling, observing, demonstrating, and open-ended questioning.

• Safety First : Ensure all activities are carried out safely and efficiently.

• Positive Guidance : Utilize positive language and reinforcement, and redirect behavior as needed.

• Flexible Activities : Plan a variety of activities to keep the children engaged.

• Inviting Environment : Keep the classroom clean, neat, organized, and welcoming.

Children/Parent Interactions:

• Effective Communication : Use appropriate language and tone with children.

• Self-Esteem Boosting : Promote self-esteem and self-help skills.

• Warmth and Affection : Show genuine warmth and affection to all children.

• Family Engagement : Share daily updates about children’s activities and progress with their families.

• Adaptable Care : Follow families' instructions for daily care routines.

• Parent-Teacher Conferences : Conduct bi-annual conferences and be available as needed.

• Confidentiality : Maintain confidentiality when discussing any child-related issues.

• Welcoming Tours : Communicate effectively with potential families during tours.

Staff Relations:

• Team Collaboration : Foster a cooperative team approach.

• Active Participation : Engage in regular staff meetings and yearly program evaluations.

• Leadership : Provide guidance to assistant teachers and co-workers.

Professional Development:

• Continuous Learning : Participate in workshops and training per OCFS regulations and pursue additional professional development.

• Stay Informed : Keep current with policies, OCFS regulations, National Accreditation guidelines, and other pertinent regulations.

Communication:

• Daily Interaction : Maintain daily, in-person contact with families, co-workers, and supervisors.

• Written Documentation : Monitor development and record accidents, illnesses, medication administration, and other relevant information.

Qualifications:

• Education : Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education with plans for further education.

• Certification : Foundations in Health and Safety Certificate (or willingness to complete training within the first week of hire).

• Experience : At least 1 year of program experience.

• Knowledge : Thorough understanding of early childhood development practices and regulatory environments.

• Physical/Mental Abilities : Must be physically and mentally capable of providing daily routine care and quick reactions in emergencies.

• Skills : Strong leadership, effective communication with parents, children, staff, and supervisors, flexible with varied assignments, positive attitude, and teamwork orientation.

In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.50 - $20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental Insurance

• Employee Discount

• Health Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Referral Program

Schedule:

• 8 Hour Shift

• Day Shift

• Monday to Friday

• No Nights

• No Weekends

• Work Location : In person

Join us and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference every day!

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