Job Title Daycare Teacher
Sacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center
- Anaheim, CA
- $21.63-25.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment.
- Monitor children during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons, activities, and play-based learning experiences that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
- Encourage positive behavior and manage challenging behaviors using appropriate techniques.
- Support children’s emotional and social development by encouraging positive behavior, problem-solving, and self-expression
- Support children in developing self-help skills, such as dressing and eating.
- Engage children in creative play, arts & crafts, storytelling, & other educational activities.
- Foster a positive and inclusive, and culturally respectful classroom environment where each child feels valued and respected.
- Incorporate Indigenous traditions, storytelling, language, and cultural practices into daily routines
- Communicate effectively with children, understanding their individual needs and responding appropriately.
- Provide regular updates to parents and guardians about their child’s progress and any concerns.
- Build positive relationships with families, offering support and advice as needed.
- Coordinate with parents regarding children’s schedules, dietary needs, and any special requirements.
- Maintain accurate records including attendance, incident reports, and developmental observations.
- Ensure compliance with state and local regulations regarding childcare.
- Adhere to licensing regulations, organizational policies, and health/safety standards
- Assist in preparing and serving snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Stay informed about best practices in early childhood education and care.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and improve the quality of care provided.
- Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and program leaders to create a holistic wellness environment for families.
- Experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, or similar setting.
- Minimum 1 year preschool teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate practices.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Additional education in early childhood education:
- Fully Qualified Teacher
- 12 core semester units in early childhood education/development semester units,
- (1) Principles and Practices in Early Childhood Education
- (2) The Child, family, and Community
- (3) Early Childhood Curriculum
- (4) ECE/Child Development
- Infant, Child, Adult CPR & First Aid Certification
- Live Scan Fingerprint Clearance
- TB test with Physicians Form completed
- Proof of Pertussis, Measles, & Influenza Immunizations
- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, or early education setting.
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate practices.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to Indigenous values, traditions, and community wellness.
- Must pass a background check and meet all childcare licensing requirements.
- Completed 15 hours of health and safety training.
- Completed mandated reporting training.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Deliver exceptional customer service to children and their families, addressing inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and compassionate manner.
- Resolve any issues related to patient care or service delivery and escalate matters as necessary.
- Interact with people in a professional and respectful manner, both verbally and in writing.
- Some key skills in this area include active listening, clear verbal/written communication, empathy, compassion, cultural humility, conflict resolution, problem-solving, collaboration, time-management, advocacy, resilience, adaptability and adhering to ethical standards such as confidentiality.
- Must be able to use a computer or laptop to complete needed tasks for the job.
- Excel, Word, Google Workspace, appropriate software.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, ensuring data accuracy, security, and adherence to privacy regulations to safeguard sensitive information.
- Indoor classroom setting with outdoor playtime.
- Schedule may vary depending on program needs (some evenings or weekends may be required for community events).
- Uphold professional ethics and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and maintaining privacy.
- Adhere to all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations, ensuring compliance with childcare and social service industry standards and best practices.
- Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with children, families, employees, and vendors, keeping in mind the primary purpose of child care and safety.
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Demonstrate proficiency in the essential job duties and responsibilities, consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets and quality standards.
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Pass fingerprint clearance
- Maintain annual negative TB test results on file
- Pass a post-offer drug test
- Possess & maintain a reliable vehicle with valid CA driver’s license & active auto insurance
- Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the needs of the childcare center, including possible early morning or late afternoon shifts.