Master Teacher – Littlest Learners Child Development Center

Business: Carroll Community College

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Higher Education

Business Address:
1601 Washington Rd.
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-8030

Contact Name: Human Resources
Title: Human Resources dept.
Email: hr@carrollcc.edu
Website: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carrollcc/

Job Description

Salary
$45,306.00 – $61,163.00 Annually

Location
Westminster, MD

Job Type
Full-Time – Professional

Job Number
FY23-00038

Division
Academic & Student Affairs

Department
Education, Trans Stud & Ac Ser

Opening Date
05/05/2023

Closing Date
5/19/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA Status
Exempt

Salary Details
This exempt position will be placed on the College 12-month Child Development Center, Littlest Learners auxiliary pay scale at grade 101. Actual salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

Job Summary
Responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for preschool age children in a team environment. This position reports to the Director/Teacher Littlest Learners Child Development Center.

Essential Job Functions
Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans using Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and MSDE guidelines
Work as a collaborative team member with center staff, college faculty and parents
Promote philosophy of Littlest Learners Child Development Center
Collaborate with ECE community partners and CCPS to help children successfully transition to kindergarten
Effectively utilize resources to enrich the learning environment
Modify lessons to individualize learning for each child and provide inclusive environment
Utilize a variety of curricular teaching methods including nature and arts based, as well as mandated MSDE curriculum
Adhere to all safety procedures as outlined by Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care (MSDE OCC) Licensing
Observe and evaluate children to document areas of growth and areas of need
Conduct parent-teacher conferences
Work collaboratively with the college education faculty in promoting the Lab School Model in ECE classes
Serve as a mentor for teaching aides and college interns
Assist with the MSDE and NAEYC Accreditation process
Assist Center Director with administrative tasks including; scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and program evaluation as needed
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Maintain daily written plans and organized paperwork
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
Two years’ experience in an early childhood setting
Must meet MSDE requirements for Teacher in a Preschool Child Care Center
Maryland State Teaching Certificate Early Childhood Education PreK-3

Preferred:
Master’s degree

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

Thorough knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
Currently holds a Maryland Child Care Credential Certificate or is willing to become certified
Familiar with MSDE Office of Child Care licensing procedures
Willingness to develop and follow a Professional Development Plan as required by MSDE and participate in continued training as required
Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport with children, families, students; including skills in conflict resolution and redirection
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to network with community linkages and early childhood program partners
Ability to take initiative and assist when needed for the benefit of the center
Computer literate and able to use small office equipment (i.e. copier, phone etc.)
Flexibility and willingness to grow and learn as a teacher
Successfully complete a criminal background check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
Visual Acuity – Ability to perceive or detect surroundings
Mental Acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Child development center; constant interaction with preschool age children; dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to needs.

TO QUALIFY FOR EMPLOYMENT, SELECTED CANDIDATES MUST:

successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
be able to work on campus as of the first day of employment
be a resident of DE, MD, PA, VA, WV or DC as of the first day of employment
be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships

Carroll Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time, and this position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Carroll Community College is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Carroll Community College is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment.

Other Job Requirements
H.S. Diploma/GED, AA Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Medium Lifting, Background Check

Wages per hour: This exempt position will be placed on the College 12-month Child Development Center, Littlest Learners auxiliary pay scale at grade 101. Actual salary placement based on qualifications and experience. Position includes excellent benefits package.
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
This exempt position will be placed on the College 12-month Child Development Center, Littlest Learners auxiliary pay scale at grade 101. Actual salary placement based on qualifications and experience. Position includes excellent benefits package.

Days of Work:
MONDAY M – F 8:30a – 4:30p  TUESDAY M – F 8:30a – 4:30p  WEDNESDAY M – F 8:30a – 4:30p  THURSDAY M – F 8:30a – 4:30p
Shift: M – F 8:30a – 4:30p

How to Apply: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carrollcc/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: Two years’ experience in an early childhood setting.
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 05/19/2023