Early Childhood Educator Position Available In Union, New Jersey

Early Childhood Educator Zadie’s Nurturing Den 1 Walnut Street, Summit, NJ 07901 Zadie’s Nurturing Den located in Summit, NJ is looking for highly motivated, teachers who will not only love, respect, and value the learning process for our students, but also become deeply engaged in the progress and development of each child. This is an excellent chance to join a family-oriented, vibrant, and dynamic team environment.

Duties:

The Teacher is responsible for maintaining 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. Additional duties include but are not limited to: 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.

Requirements:

High energy. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Must clear full background check and must pass a health screening. We are conveniently located within walking distance to the Summit train station and the 70 bus. Please see our available shifts below.

Teachers:

Full-Time (Monday-Friday)

• 9:00am-6:00pm
• 10:00am-6:00pm Part-Time (3 to 5 weekdays)
• 7:30am-2:00pm
• 3:00pm-6:00pm
• 12noon-5:30pm Benefits offered: Health insurance Other types of insurance Flexible schedules Commuting/travel assistance Overtime often available:

Yes Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00

• $16.

50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person