Teacher, Toddlers (Full Time) at B'nai Jehudah CDC

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Join an amazing team of educators at the B’nai Jehudah Child Development Center, a partnership between The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City and The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah. The B’nai Jehudah CDC is a warm, welcoming and inclusive community that offers childcare classrooms for children ages 6 weeks through 2 years.

The Lead Teacher creates an environment that promotes learning through the Creative Curriculum. Lead Teachers use their knowledge, skills and abilities to engage little learners through play in a loving, caring environment. Lead Teachers have the independence to create lesson plans that value their knowledge of child development and growth.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance
• Paid holidays and personal floating holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement plan employer contribution and match
• Free family membership including Fitness Center and pools
• Discounts on preschool, summer camp, after school care and more
• Paid professional development
• Opportunities for paid continuing education (CDA)
• $17-21/hr

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment that promotes learning through open-ended activities, materials, and an intriguing environment.
• Develop weekly plans, and implement an age appropriate curriculum to nurture and stimulate all domains of the children’s development.
• Maintain KDHE requirements in classrooms at all times.
• Cultivate and maintain a positive relationship with parents through formal and informal communication on a daily, weekly, monthly basis.
• Foster and develop relationships with other teaching team members, including co-teachers.
• Have a knowledge and understanding of the Creative Curriculum and the components required for a center-based classroom.
• Perform on-going evaluation based on the Teaching Strategies Gold Assessment tool.
• Plan periodic parent teacher conference to discuss each child’s development progress, needs, and goals.
• Gear the program towards the needs of individual children taking into account interests, challenges, talents, and individual learning styles.
• Assist with the supervision of Teaching Assistants or volunteers in the classroom.
• Maintain positive communication with Administrative Team members.
• Attend training and professional development opportunities as assigned.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children in a licensed environment
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential in this position.
• A degree (CDA/AA/BA/BS/MA) in Early Childhood Education or a related subject area is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Job requires frequent (2-5 hours per shift) standing, walking, carrying and repetitive motions and occasional (up to 2 hours per shift) sitting, lifting up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling, climbing and stooping/crouching.

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values:

• Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
• Building Community - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
• Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
• Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
• Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.