The Children's Ark, Teacher - FT Toddler Rm
Sanford Health
Summary
Create an environment that supports children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting.
Job description
Summary
Create an environment that supports children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting.
Job Description
Conduct continuous developmental evaluations, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting. Effectively communicate and interact regularly with parents and staff to facilitate the learning and growth of each child.
Qualifications
Associates degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum two years experience in child care and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities preferred.
If incumbent does not have a educational degree, a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification is required or obtained within one year of hire.
If incumbent does not have an educational degree nor a CDA certification, they must have one of the following: 1500 verified clock hours of experience in organized group activities for young children as indicated by a positive reference from a former employer or supervisor; or Submit a written plan for Department approval to acquire at least three credit hours or 45 clock hours of training in administration, early childhood education, education, or child/youth development, in a period not to exceed six months. The licensee must maintain a copy of the written plan and Department approval for Department review.
Requirements
- Associates degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum two years experience in child care and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities preferred
- If incumbent does not have a educational degree, a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification is required or obtained within one year of hire
- If incumbent does not have an educational degree nor a CDA certification, they must have one of the following: 1500 verified clock hours of experience in organized group activities for young children as indicated by a positive reference from a former employer or supervisor; or Submit a written plan for Department approval to acquire at least three credit hours or 45 clock hours of training in administration, early childhood education, education, or child/youth development, in a period not to exceed six months
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Daily Pay Access
- Flexible Scheduling
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Matching
- Salary Increases
- Referral Bonuses
- Advancement Opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Sign On Bonus
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.