Current Openings:
Assistant Preschool Teacher (part-time/28 hours per week)
JOB SUMMARY
Seeking a passionate, energetic and patient individual to join the Friendly House team! Friendly House is a non-profit; mission based, multi-service organization providing programs to diverse populations. Under the supervision of the Youth Services Supervisor, the Assistant Preschool Teacher will assist in the 4-5 year old (three day a week) program. The program runs from the middle of August through the end of May.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Curriculum
Direct Supervision
Communication
State and Friendly House Kid’s Corner Guidelines
Safety
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Friendly House reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet program and organizational needs as necessary.
Evening & Weekend Receptionist (part-time/on-call)
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Receptionist performs a variety of jobs. These tasks include answering a five (5) line switchboard, monitoring building, taking messages, answering questions and doing a variety of other jobs. This job requires excellent people skills and continual cooperation and interaction with the community.
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Responsible for overall supervision of Friendly House.
2. Answers telephones, transfers calls and puts calls into voice mail.
3. During normal office hours, responsible to check ID’s of adults picking up children to ensure they are approved to pick up the child.
4. Directs all participants to their designated areas.
5. Ensure that the Cleanup Checklist is complete.
6. Records attendance for meetings and other activities.
7. Collects money and writes receipts.
8. Ensures everyone is out of the building by designated closing time.
9. Ensures the main office and front door are locked before leaving.
10. Ensures that all lights are off, doors locked and alarm is set if last person to leave the building.
11. During events, check building, especially restrooms, lobby, kitchen and gym to make sure areas are clean, safe and properly supplied.
12. Answer questions regarding Friendly House services, programs, fees and all general inquiries.
13. Responsible for light cleaning in reception and waiting room areas.
14. Does other duties as assigned.
JOB SUMMARY
Seeking a passionate, energetic and patient individual to join the Friendly House team! Friendly House is a non-profit; mission based, multi-service organization providing programs to diverse populations. Under the supervision of the Youth Services Supervisor, the Assistant Preschool Teacher will assist in the 4-5 year old (three day a week) program. The program runs from the middle of August through the end of May.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Curriculum
- Using Creative Curriculum, a research based developmentally appropriate tool, prepare weekly lesson plans for age related classroom
- Ensure materials include activities designed to foster physical, language, social, emotional and creative development of each child
- Create a classroom environment that supports the curriculum goals and ensures that each child can reach maximum social and cognitive development
Direct Supervision
- Maintain clear visual contact and accurate count of all children assigned to class at all times
- Engage with children one on one and a group as supervision is provided for all activities.
- Attend to the physical, emotional and educational needs of the children providing caring/nurturing interaction that is empathetic and demonstrates patience
- Use approved child guidance and care giving techniques that support overall program objectives.
Communication
- Maintain timely written and verbal communication with child’s parents/ guardians with regards to the child
- Maintain timely written and verbal communication with team members and supervisor
- Document all incidents, accidents clearly to parents/ guardians, team members and supervisor
- Document all special instructions that parents/ guardians may provide
- Communicate need for supplies or teaching resources to Youth Services Supervisor in a timely manner
- Work collaboratively with lead Preschool Teacher and Youth Services Supervisor to communicate with parents regarding positive developments, concerns or opportunities to enhance learning during out of school time. Participate in conferences with parents
State and Friendly House Kid’s Corner Guidelines
- Understand and adhere to all policies as outlined in the Friendly House Personnel Policies handbook
- Meet licensing guidelines daily of Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS), Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program (SWVPP), Quality Rating System (QRS) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- Attend in-service training and staff meets as requested
Safety
- Ensure that children are in a safe environment at all times
- Maintain safety procedures as outlined in policies of Friendly House and State of Iowa
- Be familiar with the Friendly House Disaster Preparedness Plan
- Participate in all safety drills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
- Education and training in early childhood development
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance
- Knowledge of policies, procedures and strategies
Skills
- Communicate with others effectively
- Effective classroom management and curriculum development
- Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself and others
- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
Abilities
- Ability to communicate information and ideas
- Ability to listen and understand information through words and actions
- Ability to be proactive when looking at the environment to ensure it meets best practice standard
- Ability to work with others to achieve goals and contribute to a positive working environment
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Associates degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, Human Services or related field and at least one year of experience in Early Childhood Education
- Licensed to teach in PK classroom by the state of Iowa preferred
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Background Check/Fingerprinting
- First Aid/CPR
- Mandatory Child Abuse
- Safety Preparedness
- Medical Exam and TB test
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Friendly House reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet program and organizational needs as necessary.
Evening & Weekend Receptionist (part-time/on-call)
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Receptionist performs a variety of jobs. These tasks include answering a five (5) line switchboard, monitoring building, taking messages, answering questions and doing a variety of other jobs. This job requires excellent people skills and continual cooperation and interaction with the community.
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Responsible for overall supervision of Friendly House.
2. Answers telephones, transfers calls and puts calls into voice mail.
3. During normal office hours, responsible to check ID’s of adults picking up children to ensure they are approved to pick up the child.
4. Directs all participants to their designated areas.
5. Ensure that the Cleanup Checklist is complete.
6. Records attendance for meetings and other activities.
7. Collects money and writes receipts.
8. Ensures everyone is out of the building by designated closing time.
9. Ensures the main office and front door are locked before leaving.
10. Ensures that all lights are off, doors locked and alarm is set if last person to leave the building.
11. During events, check building, especially restrooms, lobby, kitchen and gym to make sure areas are clean, safe and properly supplied.
12. Answer questions regarding Friendly House services, programs, fees and all general inquiries.
13. Responsible for light cleaning in reception and waiting room areas.
14. Does other duties as assigned.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Friendly House to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, familial status or sexual orientation. All applicants are considered for employment and/or promotion based on their education, training, experience, skill, attitude, and any other pertinent job requirement.
Friendly House will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
Employees have a right to work in an environment free from harassment, whether: based on race, sex, or any other characteristics. Harassment may be verbal, physical, written or visual. Any employee who feels he or she has been harassed should contact their supervisor, the Assistant Director or the Executive Director. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
It is the policy of Friendly House to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, familial status or sexual orientation. All applicants are considered for employment and/or promotion based on their education, training, experience, skill, attitude, and any other pertinent job requirement.
Friendly House will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
Employees have a right to work in an environment free from harassment, whether: based on race, sex, or any other characteristics. Harassment may be verbal, physical, written or visual. Any employee who feels he or she has been harassed should contact their supervisor, the Assistant Director or the Executive Director. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
