Overview The Campus Ministries Lead Teacher (Toddlers) works to carry out the learning experiences that will help children develop socially, spiritually, intellectually, physically and emotionally. Responsibilities + Implement the daily program while following the daily schedule as closely as possible. + Always supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, being alert to the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group. Alert the CMD/Site Coordinator of potential problems. When applicable, complete an Incident and Accident form. + Plans a developmentally appropriate curriculum, including activities and experiences contributing to each child’s growth and development. Supervise activities and play with the children. + Submits monthly calendars to the Director and distribute them to parents, as needed. + Decorate the classroom with bulletin boards, pictures, children’s artwork, and other hangings. + Maintain the organization of classroom materials and equipment. + Maintain order of classroom supplies. Advise the Director when supplies need to replenish. + Prepare a snack for the children and sit with them while they eat it. + Evaluate each child’s special needs and attempt to meet them in concurrence with the Director/Coordinator. + Greet the parents at arrival and departure times. Encourage and welcome parents to be involved in the Center’s activities. + Conduct individual conferences with the parents of each child when needed. + Conform to meet NY State Day care regulations regarding teacher in-service training. + Be familiar with and follow all Campus Ministries policies. + Be familiar with and follow NY state daycare regulations. + Keep the Director/ Site Coordinator informed in advance of program needs. + Attend regular staff planning and evaluation meetings. + Daily supervision and help with classroom cleanup, vacuuming, and laundering of rest linens as needed. + Handle discipline promptly and in accordance with the stated policy on discipline. + Check each child daily for visible signs of illness and report it to the Director/Site Coordinator. + Maintain Campus Ministries’ health policies. + Support and assist in the overall spiritual development of the CFOT children. + Must be available to work on Sundays, as required. + Provide transportation to Campus Ministries’ children in Salvation Army vehicles assigned to Campus Ministries. + Perform any additional duties centered around the children’s care as requested by the Director. Qualifications Experience and Qualifications + Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) + Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) + Child Development Associate Certification + First Aid & CPR Job LocationsUS-NY-Suffern Job ID 2024-13082 Category Child Care Compensation Min USD $17.50/Hr. Compensation Max USD $22.00/Hr. Type Regular Full-Time