Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains

Youth clubs and early childhood education centers

Early Childhood Teacher

Early Childhood EducationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrookings, SD, USA$18 - $21.50 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A Child Development Associate credential is required or must be obtained within the first year of employment.
At least one year of experience working with young children in a group care setting is required.
Knowledge of Teaching Strategies GOLD and Creative Curriculum, or willingness to learn them, is required.
CPR and First Aid certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
A satisfactory background check in accordance with South Dakota Department of Social Services requirements is required.
Ability to work actively in a classroom environment for the full shift is required.
Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crouch, bend, and move at a child's level is required.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required.
Ability to supervise children outdoors in varying weather conditions is required.
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations is required.

Responsibilities

Deliver the quality curriculum with fidelity by planning experiences and activities grounded in the curriculum framework and aligned with children's developmental needs.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences across all developmental domains.
Share responsibility for assessment documentation with the Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator and Early Childhood Assistant Director, maintaining accurate and current records for each child.
Create and maintain a warm, home-like classroom environment that reflects the environment-as-third-teacher philosophy.
Engage families through daily communication, family conferences, and portfolio sharing.
Implement Individualized Care Plans for children with identified support needs.
Maintain active supervision at all times in accordance with organizational policies and CFOC standards.
Track and record meal and food-service participation for CACFP reporting.
Participate in professional development, team meetings, and reflective practice.
Provide daily direction, guidance, and support to classroom assistants so they effectively implement instructional and behavioral strategies appropriate to classroom needs and staff roles.
Monitor and evaluate classroom assistants' performance to ensure compliance with program standards, policies, and procedures.
Communicate clearly with classroom assistants regarding lesson plans, student needs, schedules, and classroom expectations.
Model professional practices and coach classroom assistants to support their development and effectiveness.
Ensure classroom assistants support student learning, safety, supervision, and engagement throughout the instructional day.
Maintain accountability for overall classroom operations, including work performed by classroom assistants under the teacher's supervision.
Delegate tasks and responsibilities.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Support classroom transitions, meals, rest time, and routines consistently and intentionally.

Desired Qualifications

An Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education is preferred.
Knowledge of NAEYC Program Standards is preferred.

TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher
REPORTS TO: Early Childhood Center Director
CLASSIFIED: Full Time, Non-Exempt
LOCATION: Brookings, SD

MISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

JOB SUMMARY: The Teacher is responsible for delivering quality curriculum and planning rich, developmentally appropriate learning experiences grounded in that curriculum framework. Teachers share responsibility for assessment documentation with their Early Childhood Specialist, engage families meaningfully, and support each child's individual development. Day-to-day direction is provided by the Early Childhood Specialist; administrative and HR matters are managed by the Assistant Director and Center Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Delivers quality curriculum with fidelity, planning experiences and activities grounded in the curriculum framework and aligned to children's developmental needs.
Plans and implements developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences across all developmental domains.
Shares responsibility for assessment documentation with the Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator and Early Childhood Assistant Director, maintaining accurate and current records for each child.
Creates and maintains a warm, home-like classroom environment that reflects the 'environment as third teacher' philosophy.
Engages families through daily communication, family conferences, and portfolio sharing.
Implement Individualized Care Plans (ICPs) for children with identified support needs.
Maintains active supervision at all times in accordance with BGCNP policies and CFOC standards.
Tracks and records meal and food service participation for CACFP reporting purposes.
Participates in professional development, team meetings, and reflective practice.
Daily direction, guidance, and support to classroom assistants to ensure effective implementation of instructional and behavioral strategies appropriately based on classroom needs and staff roles.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of classroom assistants to ensure compliance with program standards, policies and procedures.
Facilitate clear communication with classroom assistants regarding lesson plans, student needs, schedules and classroom expectations.
Model professional practices and provide coaching to support the development of and effectiveness of classroom assistants.
Ensure classroom assistants actively support student learning, safety, supervision and engagement throughout the instructional day.
Maintain accountability for the overall operation of the classroom, including the work performed by classroom assistants under their supervision.
Delegates tasks and responsibilities.
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Supports classroom transitions, meals, rest time, and routines with consistency and intentionality.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education preferred.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required or must be obtained within first year of employment.
Knowledge of NAEYC Program Standards preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience working with young children in a group care setting.
Knowledge of or willingness to learn Teaching Strategies GOLD and Creative Curriculum.
Strong relationship-building skills with children and families.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Satisfactory background check per SD DSS requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work actively in a classroom environment for the full shift.
Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crouch, bend, and move at a child's level.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to supervise children outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations.
This position is considered to be safety-sensitive.

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!

All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.

About the Company

Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains

Youth clubs and early childhood education centers

Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains is a nonprofit network of youth clubs and licensed early childhood centers in eastern South Dakota. Its community sites serve children and teens with programs focused on academic success, healthy habits, character, and preparation for life after school. The organization combines places for young people to spend time with adult mentors and structured learning activities, while its early childhood centers serve younger children in Brookings and Flandreau. Families pay membership and program fees, with scholarships and payment plans supporting access alongside charitable donations. Founded in 2003 in Brookings, it is headquartered in Brookings, South Dakota.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Brookings, SD
Founded: 2003

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