Sitter Job in Grants Pass, Oregon

A Head Teacher is needed for our new innovative, activity based childcare/early learning center! Head Teacher will be responsible for the development and implementation of curriculum and appropriate activities for the new child care program. The right candidates for this position will possess a high set of standards and work ethics including: ● Extreme reliability. ● Good organizational skills. ● A natural love for children. ● Ability to work independently with a group of children in a controlled but fun environment. ● Energetic, loving, caring, patient and possess a positive attitude. ● Motivation to help grow a new program. ● Ability to follow guidelines, schedules and enforce State and company policies. ● Be a team player. ● Have excellent communication skills. ● Ability to interact with parents in a professional and friendly manner. ● Professional appearance and attitude. Regular duties include (but not limited to): ● Able to exercise sound judgment and common sense in decision-making ● Preparing lesson plan ● Establishes Goals ● Guiding children during lesson time ● Creating class projects ● Interacting with, and supervising teachers, aides and children throughout the day. ● Establish stable routines and consistent boundaries and limits that are responsive to the needs of the children ● Maintain accurate records and documentation as required ● Responsible for the overall supervision and daily program functions ● Responsibility for necessary housekeeping duties of the child care area(s). ● Supervise and help train Teachers & Aides in routines and childcare regulations. Head Teacher must be at least 18 years of age and meet ONE of the following educational/experience requirements: 1) Bachelors or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree. 2) One year state or nationally recognized credential (CDA) related to preschool age children. 3) Completion of 20 semester credits or 30 quarter credits from a college or university in a related field AND at least one year of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program in the care of preschool age children. 4) At least two years of qualifying teaching experience, with at least one year as teacher, in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program in the care of preschool age children. 5) Documentation of attaining at least Step 8.5 in the Oregon Registry. SALARY & BENEFITS: Wages dependent upon hired position and qualifications Merit based pay increases (effort, work ethic, dependability, education & training) One week paid sick leave per year Discounted program offerings (childcare, preschool, gymnastics) Major Holidays off TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit the following three items to show contact info : [email protected] 1. Cover letter explaining the position you are interested in, your desire for employment, or continued employment, in the field of child care, your special interests in relation to child development or early learning, your qualifications for the position you are interested in, and how you feel you could benefit our program and contribute to our goal for our community's preschoolers. 2. Current resume, including dates of education, employment and experience (including volunteer) related to childcare. 3. Three references, two of which are employment related. You may also mail your submission to: Motion Matrix, 1630 Williams Hwy PMB 50, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97527 NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP INS PLEASE!