Teacher I Child Care

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with a team of individuals to provide a safe, secure, healthy environment for young children.
• Responsible for maintaining the Head Start Standards and KY Child Care requirements.
• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, learning experiences, conduct developmental screening, on-going assessment, and engage families in their child''s growth and development.
• Work alongside a team of individuals with young children, including children with special needs.
• Participate in professional development to ensure the training hours required by the state.
• WKUCCC also expects teachers to engage in professional development to enhance their educational background and earn a CDA within two years.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Additional Information:

Hourly Range: $11.00 - $14.00

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

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