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• IPELC - Whipple (3023 West Montrose) - 7:00am to 6:00pm
• IPELC - Sacramento (3000 West Montrose) - 7:00am to 5:30pm

This position requires a background check clearance, three written references, and a DCFS mandated medical form.

The following attributes are a must in our Educators:

• Patient and loving approach with all students.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with staff and parents in a professional and personable manner.
• Facilitates comfortable, safe, and engaging classroom environments for all students.
• Adaptability.
• Professional and neat appearance in adherence to company policy
• Expert fluency in English on a reading, writing, and speaking level.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a licensed childcare facility or educational environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• First Aid & CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Food Handler certification or willingness to obtain.

Job Responsibilities:

• Physical ability to stand, bend, squat, jump, dance, walk, run, reach carry, lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to delegate a team of assistant teachers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various stages of social, emotional and intellectual development.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement age appropriate curriculum.
• Ability to redirect students and promote self-regulation in a kind and considerate manner.
• Uphold mandated uniform expectations.
• Uphold and maintain classroom, position, and behavioral standards in adherence to DCFS and company policy.
• Consistently maintains cleanliness and order of the classroom environment. This includes but is not limited to mopping, sweeping, dusting, laundry, and trash removal.
• If applicable, provide toileting and diapering assistance to children in adherence to state standards.
• Distribute bottles and/or company-vendored meals to students in respect to their dietary needs.
• Consistent in punctuality and attendance.
• Ability to work occasional additional hours on mandated events (Parent Events, All Staff Meetings, Lead Teacher Meetings, etc)

We offer a competitive compensation package and benefits for qualifying employees including:

• Paid Holidays (including one week off for Christmas)
• Paid Time Off (sick time and vacation)
• Health Insurance: Company pays half
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted Childcare and Tuition
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Educational Training and Tuition Assistance
• Room for advancement and promotional opportunities

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person