Childcare Teacher

Childcare Teacher

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools Divine Providence Academy (St. Catherine's) - Ravenna, Michigan

When families choose our program, they are enrolling their child in a welcoming individualized nurturing environment centered in God and in service to others. We are a state licensed Child Care program that focuses on the individual needs of each child. Our St. Catherine campus has an infant room, a toddler room, Young Preschool Room, and Preschool/Kindergarten Room. After school our Preschool becomes our aftercare room for Preschool aged and older.

We are looking to hire a full time childcare teacher. Job Goal The goal of a Divine Providence Academy teacher is to provide a safe and secure learning environment for families and children. The teacher will work in a collaborative environment to support children as learners and foster independence to get them ready socially and academically for preschool. Qualifications for Teachers
-Child Development credential or associate degree, or willingness to enroll in CDA program is a plus not required
-Excellent classroom management skills
-Co-teach with up to two other teachers in the classroom
-Collaborate on lesson plans and instructional material and provide appropriate hands-on activities to meet the needs of each pupil.

-Complete monthly trainings to comply with Child Care Licensing requirements
-Communicate regularly with parents by means of emails, notes, phone calls, and updating the daily Tadpole app.

-Evaluate pupil's academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and prepare reports.

-Administer the Ages and Stages Questionnaire when scheduled to ensure milestones are being met.

-Create an environment for learning both indoors and outdoors for all students.