SUMMARY

The Certified Preschool Teacher serves as a member of the Ark team and works to promote the development of enrolled children. Together with other team members, the Certified Preschool Teacher carries out a program to meet the developmental needs of the children in the Ark with special emphasis on language and social skills. Flexible enough to deviate from/adapt the planned activities, when warranted, by the needs of the children.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Work with other team members to implement the curriculum for all children based on their                                 
• developmental abilities, including preparing materials, supplies and activities.
• In coordination with other team members, participant in developmental screenings and ongoing assessment of enrolled children.
• Maintain attendance records and meal count records for each child.
• Share responsibility for meal service for the children with other team members.
• Work with team members to maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment for all daily program activities.
• On a shared schedule, accompany the van driver during pick up and drop off of enrolled children to/from their shelter placements while providing needed support and monitoring of the children during transportation.
• Participant in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops, and other career development and professional activities, as appropriate.
• Become credentialed and maintain credentialing through the MSDE Child Care Credential Program.
• Maintain certification in Early Childhood Education through MSDE.
• Work to maintain the program’s Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) accreditation.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Work with other team members to develop relationship with the parents of enrolled children.
• Maintain good communications with parent, provide support and guidance, as needed and document contact.
• Support volunteers as part of the classroom team and offer hospitality to visitors,
• Work to support the collaboration between The Ark and other community partners in order to benefits the children and families enrolled in The Ark program.
• Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
• Assists with and attends special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary, attends meetings etc.
• Creates an atmosphere of care and respect for staff, volunteers and clients.
• Supports a welcoming and positive environment for volunteers and works with them effectively.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, required.
• MSDE certification in Early Childhood Education.
• 5 years’ experience working in a childcare/education setting.
• Experience working with people who are/have experience homelessness, living with substance abuse/mental health problems, and/or at-risk population.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact with people of varying ages and cultural backgrounds.
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