Position range in Rapid City, SD Metropolitan Statistical Area
$29k - $57k
Per year
Infant/Toddler Teacher Trainee
Youth & Family Services, Inc.
Occupation: Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Location: Rapid City, SD - 57701
Positions available: 1
Job #: jo_1833955124
Posted: 10/30/2024
Source: Youth & Family Services, Inc.
Site: www.youthandfamilyservices.org
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Organization: Youth & Family Services (YFS) Department: CDC
Position: Infant/Toddler Teacher Trainee Status: Full-Time Reports to: Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler CDA Location: Rapid City, SD
Work Schedule:
Work Days: Monday through Friday
Hours/Week: 40 Non-smoking work environment. Wage DOEQ. E.O.E.
Benefits: YFS strives to provide its employees with top-quality benefits. YFS employees are offered medical,
dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance as well as multiple paid holidays, paid vacation and sick
leave, 401K and retirement/pension options, discounts at select local businesses and more! Click here to view a
copy of our Benefit Synopsis.
Minimum Qualifications: Complete online CDA within 6 months. CDA must be obtained within 4 weeks of
the online CDA completion date. Agree to accept the Teacher Infant/Toddler CDA position when offered OR
agree to move into any/fill the open Teacher Infant/Toddler CDA position when offered. High School diploma
or GED required. Ability to communicate and cooperate with children, other staff, and parents effectively and
tactfully. Ability to work with people of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Current vehicle liability
insurance and a valid driver's license required. May transport children as assigned and be willing to submit to
random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with performance standards and the Substance Abuse/Misuse
Policy for Safety Sensitive Positions & Employees Driving Children. Must meet SD Child Care Licensing
Regulations if required for position. Maintain current credentials and certifications.
Essential Functions: ? Comply with and implement all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. ? Implement activities to advance development of children by developing literacy, phonemic print,
numeric awareness, understanding/use of language, understanding/use of vocabulary, appreciation of
books, awareness of cultural diversity, and problem solving. Promote healthy food choices and
moderate-to-vigorous intentional physical activity. ? Create, support, and maintain a healthy, safe, learning environment conducive to each child's
intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and aesthetic development. ? Participate in the development and implementation of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or
Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP) or Response to Intervention requirements, when appropriate. ? Observe/attend home visit/conference conducted by the Education Coordinator or Teacher Infant
Toddler CDA. ? Invite and support parents to become integrally involved in the development of the program's curriculum
and approach to child development and education. Encourage the involvement of families and support
the development of relationships between children and their families. ? Utilize developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and follow ITERS standards ? Establish and maintain a positive and trusting relationship with children and their families. ? Under direct supervision of the Education Coordinator maintain accurate records for each child, data
entry and completion of appropriate documents and referrals as needed in a timely manner. ? Actively supervise and engage children at all times to ensure child safety. ? Follow Youth & Family Services Discipline Policy and Behavior Management Guidelines. ? Maintain confidentiality as it relates to information about children, families, and other staff members.
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? Under direct supervision of the Education Coordinator assist in all assigned grant activities, but not
limited to in-kind and United Way. ? Direct teacher assistants, substitutes, and volunteers to carry out daily operations and to actively
supervise and engage children at all times to ensure child safety. ? Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings as requested by supervisor. ? Work with children and their families to support development toward school readiness. ? Complete online CDA within the designated timeframe to ensure required credential is obtained within
four to six months.
Additional Functions: Responsible for opening/closing center and all related duties if assigned. Monetary
increase will accompany this duty if assigned. Punctuality is critical. Must learn and execute emergency
preparedness plan and be responsive to emergencies that may arise. Assist in recruitment of children, families,
and volunteers for program services. Assume Coordinator responsibilities in their absence if assigned. Develop
and implement activities to advance development of children, including school readiness by developing literacy,
phonemic print, numeric awareness, understanding/use of language, understanding/use of vocabulary,
appreciation of books, and problem solving. Monitor and adhere to budget of classroom expenses. Keep
supplies updated and current. Support all program activities and services of YFS, including Kids Fair, Parent
Association and Policy Council, evening child care, and other event nights. Act in accordance with purpose,
philosophy, values, goals, policies, and procedures of YFS. Model appropriate behavior while working with
other staff, children, and families. Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
Environmental Functions: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Work schedule may vary dependent upon program
needs. Perform duties in a controlled office or classroom environment; participate in activities with children as
appropriate. Ability to carry children with both arms. Ability to move within the classroom and playground and
on the bus. Ability to move from sitting or kneeling on floor to standing. Ability to kneel and bend. May be
exposed to variety of potentially hazardous living and health conditions of enrolled families.