CDA Teacher, Child Care (9347)

About the Organization

The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org 

Position Summary: Provides educational enrichment to children from birth to 5 years old in a typical day care setting.  Follows curriculum in a culturally sensitive manner.  Ensures each child’s health and safety, communicates with families effectively and works cooperatively in a team environment. Implements strategies to help each child meet their physical, emotional and intellectual goals.

Working Days & Hours:

• Scheduled Work Days: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (40 hrs/wk)
• Location: Child Care Program Family and Community Supports
• Pay: $21.92hr - $23.24hr

Essential Functions

• Leads a safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate classroom.

• Provides enrichment using the daycare curriculum.

• Plans and leads age-appropriate activities and routines.

• Adapts curriculum and strategies to meet children’s individual needs.

• Promotes a culturally sensitive and inclusive environment.

Communication and Documentation

• Communicates respectfully and regularly with families and staff.

• Coordinates with families and stakeholders to support each child.

• Collaborates with the Behavior Analyst on behavior strategies and data collection.

• Documents each child’s progress as required.

Personal and Health Care

• Assists children with hygiene, meals, and feeding as needed.

• Follows each child’s Nursing Care Plan and clinical instructions.

General

• Demonstrates professional and appropriate workplace behavior.

• Works scheduled hours and communicates absences or tardiness.

• Uses good judgment when responding to children and families.

• Follows safety procedures and workplace protocols.

• Serves as a positive role model.

• Completes required training on time.

• Maintains confidentiality of children and staff.

• Plans classroom activities and routines in advance.

You are the Ideal Candidate If:

• Must have high school diploma and a current CDA certificate. Strong communication skills required.
• Advocacy (Encouraging and supporting people in expressing their choices, dreams, goals and rights)
• Communication (Actively listening to the person we support based on their preferred method of communicating, and collaborating with their natural supports and community)
• Relationship building (Creating opportunities for people to build friendships, make connections and develop meaningful relationships in an inclusive environment)

Total Rewards
The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!