Provide education, care and a quality early learning environment for children of staff, students, and community members who are between six weeks to ten years of age aligned with best practice, state licensing rules and regulatory and accreditation standards. Provide education, support, and guidance for students who are interested in the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coordinate with Early Childhood Faculty while mentoring, assisting, and evaluating Early Childhood Education practicum students on their implementation of best practices in curriculum, assessments and child/teacher interactions in compliance with state licensing rules, regulations, and standards.
2. Implement and oversee that ECE best practices are being implemented in connection to National Accreditation standards and expectations. Ensure state health and safety licensing regulations are consistently followed throughout the Child Development Center.
3. Assess children's development within classroom and customize activities and environments to meet children's individual needs and abilities. Build family relationships, and communicate with families through formal parent/teacher conferences twice a year, weekly emails, and newsletters regarding child's development and milestone goal building.
4. Build community relationships through participation in fundraising and family events which support and promote the Child Development Center, Learning Lab, and the Early Childhood Education profession.
5. Monitor and assist the work of WCTC ECE student workers and practicum students.
6. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge in the field through professional ongoing education and trainings.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
The Teacher supports the Early Childhood Education department and is available to start on/or before April 15th.
All applicants must submit a completed application along with a current resume and cover letter.
Interviews
Interview date to be determined.
Position is opened until filled.
WCTC offers a wide range of outstanding benefits. Benefits include, but not limited to: