Daycare Teacher Job Description

• Plan both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy.

• Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child

• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning

• Coordinate field trips

• Prepare monthly plan charts

• Complete bi-annual assessment of children's development

• Report progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and through parent-teacher conferences

• Maintain daily open communication with parents

• Keep accident reports

• Maintain anecdotal records

• Maintain confidentiality

• Report any suspect abuse to supervisor

• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment

• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials

• Attend in-service and staff meetings

• Supervise assistants, aides and volunteers in the classroom

• Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance and time sheets.

• Meet all applicable licensing regulations