Educational Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

• Meets education criteria required by the state

• 12 units of ECE

  
  

• Key Competencies:

• Classroom Management

• Creativity

• Learning on the Fly

• Planning 

• Patience

• Approachability

• Customer Focus

• Compassion

• Informing

• Listening

• Integrity and Trust

General Responsibilities:

• Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs, provides customer service and build trust

• Comply with BK and all governmental regulations regarding the care of children

• Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter

• Keep the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of children

• Arrive to the workplace regularly and on time, follows appropriate call in procedures and is dependable overall

• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to BK and other licensing or regulation requirements

• Assist and accept responsibilities in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available

• Use time wisely and take initiative when appropriate

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, Teacher  in Service Training Days, center events, and parent/customer meetings as required

• Adhere to and act in line with company mission and values at all times

• Provide appropriate role modeling to fellow staff members

• Greet children and parents at drop off and pick up

• Be a supportive and contributing member of the team 

• Demonstrate knowledge of BK’s philosophy and curriculum expectations

• Maintain accreditation standards and licensing regulations at all times

• Consistently demonstrate a positive and professional attitude

• Follow the dress code as stated in the Employee Manual

Job Knowledge/Skills:

• Practical knowledge of early childhood care and education

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Implement effective customer service for children and families

• Understanding of BK policies and governmental regulations regarding the care of children

• Ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum

Program Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement curriculum and program materials consistently and appropriately

• Plan a schedule that incorporates a balance of indoor/outdoor, quiet/active, individual/group and child initiated/staff initiated activities

• Maintain positive learning environments

• Assist in child evaluations and parent conferences

• Assist with annual portfolios for children

• Seek assistance and support when necessary and provides assistance and support when necessary 

• Proactive in implementing best practices to the program 

• Engage in professional development

Classroom Responsibilities:

• Insure that classroom is safe at all times; conducting appropriate safety checks when needed 

• Maintain and insure appropriate head count of all children at all times

• Maintain ratio at all times; children should always be in line of sight

• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and seek additional responsibility when appropriate

• Insure that classroom set up allows for ease of supervision and makes appropriate changes when necessary

• Perform appropriate housekeeping activities that will insure health and safety to children (ex: wiping spills, clearing debris, etc.), as well as general cleanliness and orderliness in your classroom

• Wipe children’s faces and noses to keep a hygienic environment

• Observe & ensure that all children wash their hands after using the bathroom  

Team and Family Interactions:

• Approach issues and problems through teamwork and collaborative efforts

• Address conflict in a fair, equitable and diplomatic manner

• Share ideas and information; research appropriate information

• Emphasize the positive, communicate concerns in a timely fashion

• Viewed as a team player and act as a role model to team members

• Focus on solving problems and think out ideas that may be best for children and families

• Support decisions and acts as a resource to others

• Is collaborative and inclusive when faced with issues that arise with children and families

• Genuinely cares about and relates to all kinds of people constructively

• May be called upon for off-site activities related to team building with co-workers

• BK Dress code is business casual, but may be asked to wear outfits that are “dressier” for parental events or costumes for children focused events. 

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in the center environment. Centers are dynamic with a high level of activity. Work may also be performed in the community on field trips.

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. and stand for up to 95% of the day

• Assume posture at low levels, stoop, sit on floor and bend down numerous times per day

• Agility to move from seated to standing position quickly to respond to children’s needs

• Perform all activities with children for prolonged periods such as dancing, jumping, running, and walking

• Can perform all duties both indoors and outdoors

• Possess acceptable hearing and vision capabilities in order to monitor the well being of children

• Work hours may vary to accommodate needs of children and families