Daycare Teacher

Flowers in the Garden Child Development Center - El Paso, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - El Paso, TX

About the position

The Daycare Teacher at Flowers in the Garden Child Development Center is responsible for creating a nurturing and educational environment for preschool and school-age children. This role involves planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, maintaining communication with parents, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in their care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly plan charts and newsletters for the Director.
• Complete child portfolios and report progress to parents bi-annually and during conferences.
• Maintain daily open communication with parents regarding their child's progress.
• Keep accident reports and maintain anecdotal records of children's development.
• Ensure confidentiality of children's information and report any suspected abuse to the supervisor.
• Arrange the classroom environment in accordance with program goals and philosophy.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.
• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials in the classroom.
• Attend in-service and staff meetings as required.
• Keep all appropriate records, including attendance and time sheets.
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations for childcare providers.
• Monitor children to ensure their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional needs are met.
• Assist children with personal tasks such as eating, dressing, and using the restroom.
• Maintain a regular schedule of mealtimes, nap times, and play times for children.
• Engage children in fun learning activities and design daily events for them.
• Perform light housekeeping duties to keep meal, nap, and activity areas clean and organized.
• Deep clean and disinfect frequently used items on a daily basis.
• Learn and implement the curriculum, stay organized in planning, and attend professional development sessions.
• Complete lesson plans by Friday for the following week and post them by Monday morning.
• Coordinate field trips and family engagement activities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children in a daycare or educational setting preferred.
• Knowledge of child development principles and practices.

Nice-to-haves

• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience with lesson planning and curriculum development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.