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Early Childhood Educator - Special Needs Focus
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for early childhood education, with a focus on inclusive practices.
- Provide direct instruction and supervision to children, fostering their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Identify and address the specific learning needs of children with disabilities, developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or similar plans.
- Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their development and providing regular feedback to parents and guardians.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and external professionals (e.g., therapists, psychologists) to support each child's development.
- Manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and appropriate disciplinary strategies.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of student progress and incidents.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
- Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and well-equipped with appropriate learning materials.
Early Childhood Educator - Special Needs Focus
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate, play-based curriculum and lesson plans tailored to the developmental needs of young children, with a specific focus on children with special needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities).
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Observe and assess individual children's progress, maintaining detailed records and communicating effectively with parents/guardians regarding their child's development and needs.
- Collaborate closely with parents, therapists (e.g., speech, occupational), and other support professionals to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) or similar support strategies.
- Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, fostering positive social interactions and self-regulation skills.
- Prepare and organize learning materials, ensuring the classroom is well-equipped and stimulating.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and team planning sessions (which may involve remote participation).
- Adhere to all center policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
- Build trusting and supportive relationships with children and their families.
- Adapt activities and the learning environment to accommodate specific sensory, physical, or behavioral needs.
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working directly with young children in an early learning setting.
- Demonstrated experience and specific training in supporting children with special needs.
- Knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
- Familiarity with IEP development and implementation is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and observational skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
- Proficiency in using technology for communication, record-keeping, and lesson planning.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR is required.
Early Childhood Educator - Special Needs Focus
Posted 6 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging, and inclusive lesson plans for young children, with specific adaptations for children with special needs.
- Conduct regular observations and assessments to track children's progress and identify individual learning styles and needs.
- Provide individualized support and tailored activities for children requiring extra assistance or specialized attention.
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and social-emotional growth.
- Collaborate closely with parents and guardians to share insights on their child's development and progress, and to build strong home-school partnerships.
- Work alongside other educators, therapists, and support staff to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to child development.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of children's progress, attendance, and any specific interventions.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development workshops, and curriculum planning sessions (some may be conducted remotely).
- Prepare educational materials and resources, both for in-person classroom use and for remote sharing with parents.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations for early childhood education centers.
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning abilities and styles, particularly for children with special educational requirements.
- Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Proven experience working with young children, preferably in an early learning setting.
- Demonstrated understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
- Specific training or experience in supporting children with special needs (e.g., learning disabilities, developmental delays, behavioral challenges) is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and observation skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable utilizing technology for remote communication, planning, and record-keeping.
- First Aid and CPR certification is a plus.
- Knowledge of local educational standards and best practices.
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