Child Care Teacher

Wor-Wic Community College is accepting applications for a full-time childcare teacher to create and manage an environment conducive to the learning and safety of children enrolled at the child development center.

Duties include providing classroom instruction for three- or four-year old students; preparing lessons, assignments and instructional materials; selecting and using appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multimedia teaching aids; maintaining classroom management conducive to effective learning and taking all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities; assisting with breakfast, lunch, snack, cleanup, clothing and toilet training;

and communicating information about classroom activities and/or concerns to parents. This position is considered a mandatory reporter for the Department of Human Services.

Requirements include an associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field or 30 hours of approved coursework; two years of supervised experience working with preschoolers in an approved setting; excellent human relations, verbal and written communications, preschool teaching and activity development skills; ability to work with small children; demonstrated communication skills for childcare professionals; and ability to complete at least 12 clock hours of continuing education per year.

Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree.

Must be at least 18 years old; pass criminal and child protective services background checks and a pre-employment medical examination; and be approved by the Maryland Department of Education, OCC; and hold current first aid and infant and child CPR certification (or obtain immediately after hire). Basic health and safety, medication training and ADA training must be completed within 90 days of hire.

The right candidate s will represent our commitment to innovation, community, integrity, learning, excellence, accessibility and diversity; collaborate and cooperate with others to accomplish the goals of the college; and support new and creative ideas to enhance institutional effectiveness.

This is a full-time position with excellent fringe benefits. The starting hourly rate for this position will likely fall between $20.82 and $25.51 per hour. To be considered for this position you must apply to the Child Development Center Application POOL through the online employment application system at
***** Applications will be reviewed as received. The position will remain open until filled.

Salary/***** $20.82 - $25.51 per hour