Job Description:
Have you ever wondered, how you could make a lasting impression in the lives of a child?
Do you have a strong desire or passion to empower young children?
Do you enjoy the smiles of young children? Do you get excited from the energy and the natural inquisitive nature of kids? Would you like to work in the education industry? If you answered yes then we want to hear from you.

Our Vision: At EarlystART We envision a community where children thrive and families flourish.

We are looking for Classroom Support Teachers in the Kansas City Metropolitan area that enjoy working with pre-school children.

Overview
The Classroom Support Teacher will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children, and will be supervised, trained and evaluated by the Early Learning and Inclusion Director. 

The Classroom Support Teacher is responsible for supervising a group of children, assisting the Lead and Assistant Teachers, and providing a warm and nurturing learning environment in which children can grow physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Classroom Support Teachers are an essential part of the education team. 

Responsibilities

• Follow developmentally appropriate practices
• Maintain and manage a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate environment both inside and outside that promotes learning in all classrooms assigned to
• Provide constant supervision of children in your care inside the center as well as outside on the playground, and on field trips; Complete the Active Supervision form
• Maintain confidentiality of children and family information.  Provide any current information to the Family Advocate as needed
• Assist in preparing and maintaining the center to meet Missouri licensing requirements outlined in the agency’s policies and procedures
• Discuss special needs of individual children with teaching staff, supervisor, coaches, and parents
• Establish a learning environment that values diversity and demonstrates cultural competency and respect for each child’s background and familial values.
• Assist in the completion of daily attendance, meal counts, environments checklists, parent sign-in books, and daily activities sheet (Infant and Toddler Teachers only)
• Practice family style serving and dining (sit and eat at the table with children)
• Prevent and stop unsafe activities. Make sure emergency posters are posted along with classroom rules with visuals for the children to understand
• Provide opportunities and support for children to develop coping skills for handling big emotions and potentially challenging behaviors 
• Assist in completing all paperwork by the required deadlines
• Acquaint parents with program activities; developmentally appropriate practices; program objectives, determine and communicate needs of each child
• Solicit parents’ assistance; explain and promote parent involvement through participation and activities
• Communicate to supervisor observed safety, physical, and licensing issues immediately
• Report suspected child abuse and neglect as required by state licensing guidelines and UICS Procedures
• Maintain prompt hours and notify your immediate supervisor in a timely manner in the event of your absence
• Attend all required staff meetings, functions and staff development opportunities
• Collaborate professionally and respectfully with other members of your team
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Complete all work in a timely and thorough manner
• Exhibits flexibility when assigned to support in different classrooms
• All other job related duties

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience working with children ages 0-5

• Preferred: CDA Certification or a degree in education

If you are interested in this role and feel you have the qualifications, please apply at the link below.
https://earlystart.bamboohr.com/careers/40?source=aWQ9MjM%3D