A.Curriculum - Organize and use space, materials, and routines to construct an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment that encourages play, exploration, and learning.
- Develop and implement an integrated program of activities, experiences and opportunities whichcontributesto the growth and development of each child and areappropriate tothe developmental levels of the children being served.
- Use available community resources and age-appropriate activities to enrich the children's experience in the classroom and approved creative curriculumtofidelity.
- Ensure that the classroom respects and reflects the diverse backgrounds and learning styles of each child.
- Perform any other job-related tasks as assigned.
B. Teacher-Child Interaction - Maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
- Maintain effective communication with children thatfostersphysical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Use of questioning,probingand problem solving as interactions which promote learning.
- Interact with children on their eye level using a voice which is pleasant and encouraging.
- Provide opportunities for children to understandacquireand use verbal and non-verbal means of communicating thoughts and feelings.
- Participate with children in small and large groups and individually.
- Use conflict resolution techniques which areappropriate forthe developmental level of the child.
- Provideforsmooth transition from one activity to another activity without requiring the children to wait.
- Assistchildren with self-help activities.
C. Â Adult-Adult Interaction - Establish andmaintaincooperative relationships with co-workers through open communication, sharingresourcesand supporting professionaldevelopment.
- Develop supportive relationships with parents by respecting their child-rearing values and by sharing information about the ages and stages of children's development to improve their understanding of their own children.
- Maintain apositiveatmosphere in the workplace byexhibitinga pleasant and cooperative attitude.
D.Assessment - Observe and assess each child in each developmental area,utilizingan assessment instrument selected by the Education Committee.
- Participate in IEP staffing.
- Participate in cross-component team meetings to develop strategies for promotingoptimaldevelopment in each child.
E.   Parent Involvement - Communicate the activities of the program to parents on a regular basis, i.e., newsletter and activity calendar.
- Conduct and document parent conferences and/or home visits as needed or required.
- Orient parents to classroom and attend parent group functions.Â
- Communicate withparentsthe expectation of and opportunities for their positive involvement in the program- including completion of sunshine forms each morning.
- Maintain a professional relationship with parentswhich includes the following of all PII guidelines and agency confidentiality.
F. Â Program Management - Use all available resources to ensure an effective operation of the classroom.
- Write andsubmitappropriate reportsaccurately and on time.
- Request supplies and equipment when needed and according to procedure.
- Maintain an orderly classroom.
- Report allincidents and suspected child abuse and neglectimmediatelyto supervisor.
- Complete written lesson plans.Â
- Recruit volunteers and in-kind contributions.
- Participate in program wide recruitment.
- Attend all required meetings and training opportunities.
- Supervise and evaluate assigned volunteers.
G.  Professionalism - When implementing strategies for meeting the goals of the program, make decisions based on knowledge of child development theories andappropriate practices, includingCLASSandNAEYC Â
- Abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethics.
- Continuously assess skills and knowledge and in conjunction with the Center Director, plan strategies for improvement and growth.
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