Preschool Daycare Teacher
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Job overview
Racker is hiring a Preschool Daycare Teacher. Shape Young Lives and Build a Bright Future! Join the team as a Daycare Teacher to collaborate with a dynamic Early Childhood Special Education team, designing and implementing play‑based instruction in an inclusive special education classroom, fostering growth, learning, and positive self‑esteem for each child.
Key focus areas include Co‑teach and co‑plan under the lead of the Special Education Teacher and collaborate with other Daycare Teachers using assigned curriculum, Provide high quality care and instruction to all students through fun age and developmentally appropriate activities, and Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
Important skills include Co-Teach, Co-Plan, Provide High Quality Care, Provide Instruction, Create Safe Environment, and Create Nurturing Environment.
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Full job description
Overview
Shape Young Lives and Build a Bright Future!
Are you ready to inspire and nurture the next generation? Join our team as a Daycare Teacher , where you’ll collaborate with a dynamic Early Childhood Special Educati on team to design and implement play-based instruction for children, fostering growth, learning, and positive self-esteem. This opportunity is within a n inclusive special education classroom , ensuring each child gets the attention they deserve.
Position Details:
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Full-time:40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, following our daycare calendar.
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Competitive rate of pay:$18.75 per hour.
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Racker offers benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full-time staff.
Responsibilities
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Co-teach and co-plan under the lead of the Special Education Teacher and in collaboration with other Daycare Teachers using assigned curriculum .
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Provide high quality care and instruction to all students through fun age and developmentally appropriate activities.
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Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
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Actively participate in team meetings, sharing educational insights and problem-solving collaboratively.
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Maintain open communication with families, keeping them informed and supported.
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Collaborate with the team to utilize diverse techniques and perspectives in program design.
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Keep accurate records of children’s progress and attendance, and prepare reports for parent conferences.
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Attend required training sessions, ensuring compliance with OCFS regulations and program requirements.
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And other duties as assigned.
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Bring your creativity, energy, and passion!
Qualifications
Education (one of the following):
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Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, or related field OR
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Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and 1 year related experience,OR
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9 College credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field with a plan of study to get to CDA
Physical Capability
- Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions directly impact the growth and happiness of children and their families. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful difference every day.
Take the Next Step!
If you’re passionate about working with children and want to be part of a collaborative, caring team, apply today and help us build a brighter future for every child!
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Job LocationsUS-NY-Cortland
Category Early Childhood
Total Hours 40
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