Early Childhood Teacher

Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Early Childhood Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape the future. In this dynamic role, you will create engaging learning environments that foster curiosity, development, and joy for children in their formative years. Your expertise will support children’s growth across social, emotional, cognitive, and physical domains while building strong relationships with families and colleagues. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education every day.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Indiana Early Learning Standards comprehensive curriculum by developing plans tailored to the developmental needs of young children, including toddlers and preschoolers.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning through play.
• Manage classroom behavior with positive reinforcement strategies and effective behavior management techniques.
• Conduct child development assessments to monitor progress and personalize instruction accordingly.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to share updates on children’s progress, milestones, and any concerns using the Learning Media System adapted by the Center.
• Incorporate literacy education, math concepts, physical activities, and early intervention strategies into daily lessons.
• Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and maintain accurate documentation of incidents and developmental milestones.
• Promote child welfare by adhering to health and safety standards, including first aid and CPR certification requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan engaging lessons that incorporate childhood development principles and classroom management best practices.
• Support children’s social-emotional growth through nurturing interactions and fostering positive peer relationships.

Experience

• Prior experience working with children in early childhood settings such as daycare centers or preschools is essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of childhood development theories and practices related to early childhood education.
• Experience developing curriculum plans that include literacy, math, physical education, and special education strategies.
• Proven classroom management skills to create a structured yet flexible learning environment.
• Familiarity with mandated reporting laws, child welfare policies, and health & safety procedures including first aid and CPR certification.
• Strong communication skills for effective parent engagement and teamwork within educational settings.
• Experience working with children requiring early intervention or special education services is a plus.
• Ability to adapt lesson plans for diverse learners while maintaining a lively, engaging classroom atmosphere.

Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms young lives! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in early childhood education best practices—empowering you to inspire curiosity, foster development, and nurture the potential of every child you teach.

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Speak and understand some Spanish (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Work Location: In person