Preschool Teacher Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Preschool Teacher Kiddie Kollege at FUMCT Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 We are looking for qualified Preschool Teachers for the 2025-2026 school year to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. We are looking to hire for multiple age groups. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education. We are a 10 month program, we do not operate in the summer. Our hours are 8:00 am-1:00 pm and we closely follow the Tuscaloosa City School System school calendar. Teachers are expected to report to work by 7:45 am. Must be able to submit references relevant to this field of work. Job would begin August 2024. Responsibilities Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.) Organize snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children’s progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche. Communication with parents is very important! Collaborate with other educators Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Create developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans and submit to the director. Must show proof of experience with creating lesson plans. Skills Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as mediator between children Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen Certification in child CPR (can be obtained after hiring) BSc/BA in education or relevant field preferred

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$1,250.00 – $1,350.00 per month Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Tuscaloosa, AL 35401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person