Early Childhood Educator Job in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Infant teachers care for children, ages 6 weeks of birth up to 16 months. Incorporates the Spanish language into the classroom. They also teach reading, writing, science, and other subjects in a way that young children can understand. Responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children that complies with rule 3 policies and procedures. Nurtures children, planning and participating in activities and craft. Ensures that students are clean and kept safe at all times. Preschool teachers work with children from different ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds. Teachers include topics in their lessons to teach children to respect people of different backgrounds and cultures. Disposition but is not limited to: • Promote literacy and early education. • Prepare children for kindergarten by introducing concepts they will explore further in kindergarten and elementary school • Develop activities to stimulate the children. • Work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and the subject matter • Follows policies and procedures for inside and outside the classroom. • Become familiar with emergency procedures and protocol. • Clean and sterilize equipment and toys daily. • Supervise children at all times. • Create arts and crafts for children. • Comfort children in times of need. • Encourage children with expressions and hugs. • Discuss development with parents twice per year at parent conferences. • Talk with parents about behavioral ups and downs. THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE: *Higher Education (e.g. CDA certificate, A.A. degree or higher) *Experience in a formal childcare setting preferred *70% Spanish proficiency *Providing personalized care to children *Creating a warm and nurturing environment *Communicating with parents about children's progress *Creating a positive classroom team *Participating in staff meetings and on-going training