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For new Childcare Center in Missoula, Montana
Compensation:ÂCompetitive wage is dependent on experience¨
Employment type: Full-time and Part Time¨. Lead teachers needed for morning and afternoon and full day
Little Twigs is a new Childcare Center in Missoula Montana with exciting opportunities for Lead Infant and Toddler teachers. This is not a formal Montessori school, but dedicated to Montessori philosophy in creating an optimal environment for children. We are seeking Montessori teachers with experience but who are looking for an exciting new challenge and are looking to be a part of a diverse teaching team and global community of families. Little Twigs is partnering with the International Rescue Committee and hiring teaching and care staff who are refugees settled in Montana. Many of our students will be from the refugee community, along with many long term Montanans. The Early Childhood Lead Teachers will be responsible for providing and modeling attention to safety, health, and education of a small group of students. They will also be in the position of mentoring teaching staff who are originally from The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Syria. Current staff languages are KiSwahili, Arabic and some English. Little Twigs is launching in mid- January 2020 and we are looking to hire ASAP. New lead teachers will be given a budget for teaching materials. Were looking for passionate and adventurous individuals who are up for an exciting, creative, challenging and meaningful position.
Full-time and Part-time positions are available. Childcare slots for employees own children are available at scholarship rates. Teachers report to Center Director. To Apply send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references, (one can be a parent of a child you have taught).
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Care for children age 3 and under with enthusiasm, positivity, individual attention, compassion, warmth, and safety
-Mentor and model for other childcare staff in Montessori philosophy and methods.
-Model patience with both children and fellow staff.
-Communicate with parents in a manner that is professional, informative, and clear
-Be willing to try new ideas and methods of practice that promote early childhood mental health, including emotional attunement and concepts introduced by the director.
-Maintain licensing compliance and stay up-to-date on certifications and immunizations
- Participate in parent tours and registrations as needed
-Promote professionalism in all aspects of programing
-Prepare lessons and necessary equipment ahead of time so that teacher is fully present and prepared to assist children as needed
- Provide excellent customer service to program participants (registration help, schedule changes, questions, etc.)Â
- Prepare and present appropriate curriculum that comply with Montana Early Learning Standards
- Ensure adequate physical activity and nutrition to promote lifelong healthy living
-Ensure program safety and manage risk appropriately.
-Supervise and guide other staff in safety management.
-Be willing to give honest, kind and appropriate feedback in all aspects of program
-Be willing to accept honest feedback and be willing to make amends and try new ways when necessary.
-Be willing to communicate when things are not working well, instead of letting problems or working relationships fester.
Qualifications:
- At least 18 years of age (required)
- Must pass criminal background check
- Current Montana Practitioner Registry Level 2 or higher OR 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare facility, plus 32 hours of ECP approved training (required)
- Current adult, child, and infant CPR, first aid certification, and Infant Safety Essentials (within 30 days of hire)
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
-Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other staff participants, parents, and the general public, even across cultural and language barriers.
- Ability to interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations
- Must be able to maintain confidentialityÂ
-Must be willing to make mistakes, acknowledge them, accept responsibility and make repair in relationships
- Ability to quickly respond to and maintain a sense of calm during emergency situationsÂ
- Effective conflict resolution skillsÂ
- Ability to speak concisely and to effectively communicate needsÂ
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work enthusiastically with young children
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner
- Must be able to occasionally work varied shifts dependent on events and staffing needs
Physical requirements:
- This highly physical role frequently requires lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, rocking, and other movements associated with childcare.
- Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodationÂ
-Must be able to communicate clearly to all children, parents, family members and fellow staff.
-Must be persistent in communication through language and cultural barriers and willing to take cultural differences in stride.
- Ability to attend all trainings and meetings as required even if scheduled outside normal working or regular scheduled hours
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergencyÂ
- Occasionally must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, or up to 50 pounds with assistanceÂ
About Little Twigs:
This is a new childcare center in Missoula that is dedicated to caring for the heart, mind and spirit of early childhood. We boast some of the highest teacher to student ratios in the business. We are dedicated to the social and emotional well-being and education of our students as well as empowering the learning of children through their crucial developmental periods. We are dedicated to providing a calm, nurturing, positive environment with plenty of outdoor time and free play. We pay particular attention to pacing and transitions and communicate with children in ways that acknowledges their full capabilities. We believe that infants and toddlers are aware and very conscious beings that are attuned to their surroundings and caregivers. We aim to give them our full attention and heart while caring for their emotional and physical and developmental needs.
We are dedicated and prioritize inclusion and diversity. More than half are staff are non-native English speakers. The families we serve are representative of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to diversity of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, religion, ability, culture, and socioeconomics. We are dedicated to providing a childcare environment that is healthy and respectful of others and the planet.
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