Lead Teacher - Parent/Child Center

Job Category
Regular Support Staff

FVTC Worksite
Appleton Main Campus

Hourly Rate
$13.64

Hours Per Week
40

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Job Description Summary
In accordance with FVTC's policies and procedures and the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing, this position provides responsible care, development, guidance and supervision of the children in the FVTC Parent/Child Center. This position is also responsible for working with and mentoring students in the Early Childhood Education Program, in cooperation with instructional staff.

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, between the hours of 7:00AM - 5:30PM.

Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Adhere to all regulations as required by the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
• Plan, develop, implement, and administer curriculum and daily activities for the developmental level of the children in order to provide experiences which will promote self-esteem and positive self-image, social interaction, self-expression and communication skills, creative expression, large and small muscle development, intellectual growth, and literacy.
• Adequately supervise the children and respond appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of each child.
• Demonstrate appropriate child guidance to positively enhance the behaviors and development of the children in a way that is free from actions that are psychologically, emotionally or physically painful, discomforting, dangerous or potentially injurious.
• Continually monitor and evaluate the progress and behaviors of each child and respond as applicable.
• Inform parents of the children's activities, progress, behaviors and incidents via parent conferences, workshops, parent letters, and written daily reports.
• Provide "on-the-job" experience and mentorship to Early Childhood Education Program students by proctoring, assisting, and demonstrating techniques used with children.
• Monitor, assist, review, and evaluate the work of assigned Early Childhood Education Program students in cooperation with instructional staff.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences
• Regularly perform general housekeeping duties to provide a safe, healthy and productive learning environment for the children.
  
  SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS
• Assist Parent/Child Center management with administrative support and planning and implementing workshops and events.
• Work with Parent/Child Center management to determine supplies and equipment needed in the classroom.
• Monitor condition of supplies and equipment, and make repairs or replacements as applicable.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, (Bachelor Degree preferred), AND
• Two years of related work experience.
• Satisfactory background check and fingerprint based criminal background check as required by the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
  
  ESSENTIAL APTITUDES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Demonstrate ethical conduct in all aspects of the work environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to maintain an excellent working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as good listening skills. Ability to identify needed action without direction or supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure; attention to detail is essential.
• Neatness in work and appearance.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, maturity, initiative and integrity with a professional image contributing to the success of the college.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work with diverse student, staff, and community populations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Accept responsibility for professional growth, to include meeting the annual certification and training requirements as outlined in the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
• Dependable, punctual, and commitment to following through on tasks.
• Flexibility in work schedule is required, to include occasional evenings.
  Good working knowledge of methods utilized in providing quality child care, including theory and procedures.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position as outlined in the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
  
  Additional Information
  Starting pay: $13.64 per hour.
  Note: Internal applicants' wage will be based upon the applicable compensation structure.
  
  FVTC strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. FVTC does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, weight or any other protected class.
  
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