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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Teacher I plans and implements the curriculum, supervision and management of the program and the classroom.  This position demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the children’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each child’s requirement relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide care needed as described in the departmental policies and procedures

 

Essential Job Functions

Plans and implements educational activities for the assigned classroomSupervises play activities, meals, and rest timeRecords children’s daily activities and maintains daily student recordsMaintains open communication with parentsImplements positive, supportive methods of behavior managementPerforms functions to safeguard children’s wellness and safety along with reporting accidents and accurately reporting details on an incident report.Obtains certification and administers medication and documents sameDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the children servedMaintains classroom bulletin boards and parent information areasConducts parent teacher conferences. Maintains children’s portfoliosPrepares and arranges educational materials.Reports accidents and completes incident reports.Works with families of children with special needs related to child development or health and monitors the care plan with the teachers and the families. Reports/Escalates safety issues and concerns according to departmental guidelines, reports maintenance needs and follows up until resolution.Maintains classroom bulletin boards and parent information areas.Supervises Fire Drills. Conducts regular spot-checks to insure we are in compliance with the health and safety regulations.Assists direct reports with the coordination of special events and quarterly events related to the areas of oversight.

 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

 

Incumbent must successfully meet the requirements by ODFS and obtain and successfully complete the required background checks per the Ohio Revised code, section 5103.09/21252.353.

 

Licensing/Certification

None

 

Education

High School Diploma/GED

 

Work Experience

Work experience and training in supervising, as well as one year experience in providing care for children in a group setting is preferred.

 

Training

None

 

Language

None

Skills

Office systemsBehavior managementEducational strategiesClassroom managementIncident reportingGrowth developmentChild developmentEducational policyEducation projectsAttention to detailCritical thinkingOral communicationWritten communicationEmpathyCompassionTeamworkConflict resolutionActive listeningRelationship buildingSchool education

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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What we offer

\n \n Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)\n Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts\n Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders\n Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support\n \n

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com