Teacher, Child Development Center (Full Time)

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description :

Job Summary

Responsible for leading classroom activities and directing Teaching Assistants in daily responsibilities. Supervises and ensures the safety and well-being of children at all times. Observes and responds to the needs and problems of individual children and groups. Implements and follows all CDC policies while guiding Assistant Teachers through the daily curriculum.

Essential Functions

Plans and executes daily classroom activities, outdoor play, and gym time.

Coordinates room decoration with seasonal and theme-related displays.

Maintains compliance with state and local health department regulations.

Cleans and disinfects classroom surfaces, toys, and learning resources.

Handles discipline promptly and according to policy.

Informs leadership of classroom concerns regarding children, families, or team members.

Maintains clear and effective communication with parents.

Reports suspected child abuse or neglect according to policy.

Maintains confidentiality regarding children, families, and team members.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience, Associates dregree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate

Experience Requirement

2-3 years of experience in a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

CPR and First Aid certifications

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional ( F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional ( G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional ( K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional ( L. Loud noises: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional ( N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional ( O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional ( R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional ( S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional ( U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 2. Occasional ( V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving or lifting materials, hazardous chemicals and fumes, cuts/punctures, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, loud noises, temperature extremes, animal handling, and combative or violent people.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department :

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Time Type :

Full time

Address :

2419 Lexington Avenue

City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky