Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Plans and directs daily programs for children in their assigned group. Consistently provides developmentally appropriate and child centered activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual needs of the children. Functions as a team leader and role model working with assistants and volunteers in the classroom.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interacts positively with children at all times.

Plans, implements, and evaluates daily activities for children in their assigned group.  Plans are submitted to Manager according to departmental policy.

Creates and maintains a physical environment that promotes positive development.

Responsible for supervision and constructive utilization of Teacher II.

Keeps appropriate records.

Maintains health and safety of children and environment.Participates in ongoing professional development.

Responds in a professional manner to all situations.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

 

Child Development Associate (CDA) OR

• Current enrollment in an early childhood certification program such as Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC), Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, AND completion of a CDA within one year of hire OR
• Six months experience in a structured classroom setting AND completion of a CDA within one year of hire

Demonstrated knowledge of child development/management techniques, appropriate activities for children and related care regulations. Must be willing to obtain additional training on a regular basis.

Must be energetic, and an interest in and enjoyment of children.

Must possess good written and oral communication skills.

Must be certified in CPR and First Aid.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED 

College courses, vocational school training in early childhood education (TCC) or Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and one year of experience.

Work Hours:

6AM-3PM

Weekend Requirements:

Yes- Rotating Basis

On-Call Requirements:

No