You’ll need
Certifications
✓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
Education
✓Associates degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Qualifications
✓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.
Minimum two years experience in child care and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities preferred.
Benefits
Childcare support
About the role
Create an environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting.