Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Organizes and leads activities of children ages 6 weeks to 4 years by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Helps children remove outer garments.
- Organizes and participates in games, reads to children, and teaches them simple painting, drawing, handwork, songs, and similar activities.
- Develop schedules and routines.
- Directs children in eating, resting, and toileting.
- Change diapers of infants and toddlers.
- Helps children develop habits of caring for own clothing and picking up and putting away toys and books.
- Attend to all physical needs of an infant and toddler.
- Serves meals and refreshments to children and regulates rest periods.
- Assists in preparing food and cleaning.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
Continuous Learning - Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies.Problem Solving - Works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under control; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.Attendance / Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Initiative - Volunteers readily; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.Judgement - Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.Planning / Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.Requirements : Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Education and / or Experience
Lead teacher should possess a CDA or higher. Floater should have at least six months related experience and / or training.