Calling all who love singing, dancing, storytelling and nurturing young, energetic children! Absolutely, Positively, Kids! (APK!) seeks enthusiastic teachers and child care workers who want to make a difference and put their talents to use. Call today to learn more about how you can join the leader in early education and childcare in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas! Join us for limitless hugs in a happy environment!

Responsibilities

Develop a careful and creative program suitable for children

Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children

Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem

Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments

Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)

Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times

Track children’s progress and report to parents

Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background

Collaborate with other team members

Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods

Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms

Excellent communication and instructional skills

Ability to act as mediator between children

Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable

Certification in child CPR (We provide class)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

childcare: 1 year (Preferred)