Day Care Teachers

**Designation**: Daycare Facilitator

**Work type**: Full-time, On-site work

**Time** : 12noon - 8pm

**Reports to**: Center Head

**Overview**:
A Daycare Facilitator is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, typically ranging from infants to preschool age. The teacher's role is to support the children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through age-appropriate activities, ensuring they are cared for while fostering their learning and growth. The daycare teacher promotes a structured yet flexible routine, engages in educational activities, and encourages positive behaviour, all while maintaining open communication with parents and guardians.

**Key Responsibilities**:
1. **Preparation and Classroom Setup**
- Arrive early to prepare the classroom for the day, ensuring materials and resources are ready for planned activities.
- Set up stations for activities (art, puzzles, sensory play, etc.) and ensure the classroom is safe and clean.
- Greet children and parents as they arrive, making sure each child feels welcomed and secure.

2. **Supervision and Care**
- Actively supervise children throughout the day, ensuring their safety and well-being during activities, meals, and outdoor play.
- Monitor children’s emotional and physical needs, offering comfort and support when

necessary.
- Assist children with tasks like using the bathroom, washing hands, eating, and dressing.

**3. Facilitate Educational and Play Activities**
- Lead age-appropriate educational activities such as reading, singing, art projects, or hands-on learning.
- Provide opportunities for free play and exploration, which encourages creativity and social interaction.
- Organize group activities to help children develop social skills like sharing, taking turns, and problem-solving.

**4. Support Social and Emotional Development**
- Encourage positive social interactions and teach children important skills like conflict

resolution, expressing emotions, and understanding others' feelings.
- Guide children in building relationships with their peers through cooperative play and group activities.

**5. Meal and Snack Times**
- Supervise children during meal and snack times, ensuring they eat healthy meals, practice

good table manners, and follow proper hygiene (e.g., washing hands before eating).
- Address any special dietary needs or allergies, and ensure the environment is clean and safe during meal times.

**6. Rest and Nap Supervision**
- Provide a calm, quiet environment during nap or rest periods.
- Supervise sleeping children, ensuring they are comfortable, safe, and settled.

**7. Observe and Track Development**
- Observe children’s behaviour, development, and progress throughout the day, documenting milestones, social interactions, and any concerns.
- Take note of children’s individual needs and adjust activities or teaching strategies to support their growth.

**8. Classroom Management**
- Manage the classroom environment by setting clear expectations for behaviour and

reinforcing positive behaviour.
- Use appropriate discipline strategies to help children understand boundaries and develop

good habits.
- Clean up and organize the classroom as needed throughout the day to keep it tidy and safe.

**9. Communication with Parents**
- Communicate with parents during drop-off and pick-up times, providing updates on the child's day, progress, and any concerns.
- Share observations about children’s behaviours, achievements, or areas that may need

attention.
- Send home updates, newsletters, or reports about activities, themes, and the child’s

development.

**10. Prepare for the Next Day**
- Plan and prepare materials or activities for the following day, ensuring the environment is set up for the next round of learning and play.
- Clean and sanitize toys, furniture, and learning materials to maintain a hygienic environment.

**11. Professional Development and Team Collaboration**
- Participate in staff meetings, training, or professional development opportunities as

scheduled.
- Work closely with other daycare teachers and staff to ensure consistent care and a

collaborative approach to children's learning.

**12.Reporting Mechanism**
- A Daycare Facilitator is required to report directly to the Centre Head for all communications and operational matters.
- In the absence of the Centre Head, the facilitator must report to the Centre Coordinator

**13.Code of Conduct**
- At no point should a Daycare Facilitator shout, scream, or raise their voice at children, staff, or parents.
- Physical interactions such as kissing or holding hands tightly with children are strictly

prohibited and must be avoided at all times.

**Physical Requirements**:
1.Ability to actively engage with children on the floor and during outdoor activities.

2.Ability to lift and carry children if needed.

3. Stand or sit for long periods and move around the classroom.

Key Traits for Success:
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