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Preschool Teacher (Ewa Beach)

St Francis Healthcare System of Hawaii

Honolulu, HI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, CPR Certification, Child Development, Childcare, Communication Skills, Early Childhood Education, Establish Priorities, First Aid, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospice Care, Music, Nursery School and Preschool, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Program Planning, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Storytelling, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials
LOCATION
Honolulu, HI
POSTED
1 day ago
Description

Who We Are

St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai'i uplifts families through compassionate care and a strong commitment to community. Guided by our mission to provide excellent, 'ohana-centered hospice and supportive services, we remain rooted in our core values of grace, peace, unity, and legacy. Every team member plays a vital role in living this mission with heart, dedication, and a spirit of service. We cultivate a supportive environment where excellence is nurtured, teamwork is celebrated, and each person's contribution is valued. At St. Francis, healthcare is more than a profession-it's a calling. We welcome you to join our team and help carry forward our legacy of caring for Hawai'i's people with purpose and aloha.

About the Role

Responsible for planning and implementing a program to teach young children. Ensures the development and safety of the children in accordance with relevant Federal, State and County policies and regulations.

Essential Job Functions
  • Provides a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
  • Establishes and enforces rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order.
  • Organizes and leads activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
  • Identifies children showing signs of emotional, development, or health-related problems, and discusses them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
  • Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Meets with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggests ways that they can promote learning and development.
  • PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Requirements

Educational Requirements:

BA Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education including core courses (Child/Home Growth and Development; Child, Family and Community; Program/Curriculum or related field, requiring transcripts from accredited college or University.

OR A valid Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) with a minimum of one (1) year work experience in an Early Childhood classroom.

OR Education and experience that meets the Career Access and Navigation of Early Childhood System (CANOES) Registry qualifications for Group Child Care Center Teacher.

Experience Requirements:

Knowledge in the following areas:
  • Child development and early education theories and practices,
  • Safe and appropriate activities for children, and
  • Relevant legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure that children are supervised and safe at all times.
Skills Required:
  • Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
  • Stress management and time management skills.
  • Team building, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Must be presently or willing to register by fingerprinting with the Department of Human Services.
  • Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification and First Aid certification.
  • Clean criminal background/record check.
Communication and Contacts:
  • Requires contacts both inside and outside at all organizational levels.
  • Requires considerable tact, discretion and persuasion to obtain results.
  • May present new methods, programs, and controversial issues.

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St Francis Healthcare System of Hawaii