Job Description for Childcare Teacher II - LEAD

Accountability: Primary—Childcare Director, Secondary—Childcare Committee /School Board

Last Updated: 04/12/23 (TC/JK)

Purpose

The Childcare Teacher II - LEAD will be empowered and supported to serve as a leader in Trinity Childcare, and as a caretaker for the children in the Trinity Lutheran Church & School Childcare program and/or the extended childcare program (ECC).

Responsibilities

· Demonstrate faith in Jesus Christ in attitudes and behaviors to all under his/her direction and care

· Demonstrate competency by being able to physically, mentally, and emotionally able to provide responsible care for children of all ages, including children with disabilities

· Nurture and care for co-workers, parents and children in a loving and Christian manner

· Plan, implement and supervise the daily activities for a group of children

· Demonstrate leadership through daily contact with and support of all Childcare Teacher I on overlapping shift, setting an example as an effective member as a team through effective communication, a spirit of reconciliation, and behaviors consistent with the Staff Team Covenant

· Through personal interaction at drop-off and pick-up, keep the parents informed of daily happenings and schedules specific to their child

· Plan, implement and evaluate Christ-centered curriculum in accordance with the mission and vision of Trinity Lutheran Church & School

· Develop and submit to the Childcare Director & Administrative Assistant weekly or monthly themes and plans. Post monthly plan in the room for parents

· Keep current developmental records of children in class through observation, note-taking, and skills assessments; send reports of progress to parents

· Assist Childcare Teachers with implementing age-appropriate child discipline as necessary

· Maintain professional contact with parents/guardians regarding discipline when necessary

· Maintain active and effective communication with School Teachers of school-aged children enrolled in Childcare for a collaborative and consistent management of those students between School and Childcare

· Submit changes of information regarding family and emergency information to the Childcare Director

· Document in child’s file illness, biting, accidents, separation anxiety reports and conferences with parents

· Enforce appropriate health, safety and sanitation rules and policies

· Orient and supervise Childcare Teacher I according to policies of Trinity Childcare

· Provide written guidelines for substitutes

· Maintain an active worship life within the Christian church

· Assist Childcare Director in the planning and implementation of special events

· Attend and prepare for Staff meetings and devotions

· Carry out other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Childcare Director

Minimum Qualifications

· Be an active member of a Christian church

· Support the mission and purpose of Trinity Lutheran Church & School, gathering people who grow in faith and sharing Jesus with all

· Be at least 18 years old

· Show evidence of love for teaching children in a Christ-centered environment

· Maintain confidences, be respectful, courteous, and be an effective listener/communicator with staff, parents and children

· Be professional, reliable, poised, punctual and enthusiastic

· Completion of continuing education as required to promote a growth mindset

Minimum Professional Qualifications

· Completion of the following department-approved training within the specified timeframes of assuming the position:

• High school diploma*

• At least 240 hours of experience as Childcare Teacher I at Trinity Lutheran Church & School or a Teacher Assistant in a group childcare center*

• Child abuse and neglect training within 1 week

• Abusive Head Trauma Prevention for Child Care Providers within 1 week (includes SIDS/SBS as of August 2020)*

• Introduction to the Child Care Profession prior to assuming position*

• Fundamentals of Infant and Toddler Care prior to assuming position*

• Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher prior to assuming position*

• Pre-hire requirements including a Background Check and pre-employment screening

• Sexual Abuse Awareness Training upon hire

· Completion of Trinity-specific and department-specific Orientation within 1 week

· Exercise good judgment in care of children appropriate to age group

· Physically able to bend, stoop, sit on floor and lift light objects and infants

Preferred Qualifications

· Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college

· Be an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church & School in Wausau

*Indicates “or equivalent, as determined by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction or Department of Children & Families, as appropriate

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 17 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person