Early Childhood/Preschool Teacher

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Help with toilet training and diaper changing
• Support other teachers with meal & snack time, as well as keeping school clean & organized
• Attend staff meetings and trainings

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.

• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE.

• Paid holidays and vacations
• Paid training, workshops, and continuing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement or support for certifications
• Clear career advancement paths and mentorship programsCompetitive salary
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Staff discounts (if relevant to your business)
• Recognition programs (employee of the month, appreciation events)