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Gilliam Springs Child Development Center
Preschool Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$30,728 / year median in Alabama
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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. Teachers will guide each child spiritually, cognitively, socially, and emotionally while engaging them in a nurturing environment. Our goal is to provide the spiritual and academic foundation on which each child can easily acclimate in the next level of education. Responsibilities 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 nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe Track children's progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background Collaborate with other educators Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Skills Early Childhood Degree or CDA preferred 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 Certification in child CPR(we will also provide)
MUST BE 19 YEARS OLD
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$13.00 - $14.50 per hourBenefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time offWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements