Associate Teacher, Child and Family Development Center

Job description

Compensation: $17.83 per hour 9 month position Compensation Type: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Regular Grade: NE06 Position Summary This position assists in the teaching and care of students at the Child and Family Development Center. MAJOR DUTIES: - Develops and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum. - Develops and maintains a healthy, safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment. - Assists in the supervision and assessment of practicum students, student employees, and service learning students. - Prepares, schedules and participates in parent/teacher conferences. - Gathers, compiles and reviews portfolio samples to assess student progress within New Mexico Early Learning Guidelines. - Models best teaching practices for students. - Participates in Child Assistance Team meetings. - Communicates and meets with parents of Center students. - Refers students to external service providers as appropriate. - Attends required training to maintain state certification standards. - Performs related duties. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: - Knowledge of current early childhood education methodologies and pedagogies. - Knowledge of early childhood education princip...