Preschool Lead Teacher Position Available In Durham, North Carolina

Preschool Lead Teacher Our PlayHouse Preschool 2400 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707 Job description Preschool Teacher – Early Childhood Education – Durham, NC Centrally located in Durham, NC, Our PlayHouse Preschool is an engaging, individualized and hands-on accredited educational program for children 12 months to 5 years of age. Having served over 350 families in the past 10 years, we offer low student to teacher ratios, rich indoor and outdoor learning experiences, and child-led education. We are a diverse and caring community of teachers, kids, and parents who love to learn, play, and explore together. We are currently in search of enthusiastic, responsible, and creative educators to work with children from toddlers up to preschool. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s and at least 2 years of experience working in early childhood education with a passion for innovative, play-based teaching styles. Compelling candidates lacking the above requirements but possessing unique experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Teacher responsibilities:

Develop curriculum based on the children’s own interests Engage children in many ways leading with play, but continuing with art, music, reading, writing, and experimentation Work with a co-teacher to manage a warm and welcoming classroom environment Document and make visible a child’s interests using journals, cameras, and other tools Involve parents in the learning process by sharing documentation, organizing parent-child events, and conducting parent-teacher conferences In addition, the teacher should have or exhibit: A love for working with children and families A willingness to learn about and implement child-focused, or Reggio-inspired perspectives View teaching young children as a profession View learning as a collaborative process Develop curriculum based on the children’s own interests Engage children in many ways leading with play, but continuing with art, music, reading, writing, and experimentation Document and make visible a child’s interests using journals, cameras, and other tools Involve parents in the learning process by sharing Experience working with young children Is organized, tech-savvy, punctual, and able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Strong classroom management skills A belief that children are inherently capable Are you a driven, self-motivated creative that isn’t worried about playing in the dirt? Do you enjoy working with children but never saw yourself as a teacher? Our PlayHouse Preschool is looking for autonomous, enthusiastic, and responsible professionals with the ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children ages 1-5. Our approach, “Reggio-Emilia,” is an innovative and unique play-based educational style; we do not expect you to have experience with it, just the interest and adaptiveness to learn. We are looking forward to connecting with you!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Up to $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends

Work Location:

In person