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Little Scholar Academy

Daycare Teacher

Job Description

Overview Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape the future! In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment for children in our care. Your enthusiasm and dedication will inspire curiosity, foster development, and promote a love of learning in children from infancy through preschool age. We are committed to supporting your growth as an educator and providing a rewarding experience that makes a positive impact on children's lives every day. Duties Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that support early childhood development, literacy, math, physical education, and social-emotional skills. Create a nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and independence among children. Manage daily classroom activities, including lesson planning, circle time, play-based learning, and structured educational activities. Monitor and support individual child development needs through tailored instruction and early intervention strategies. Communicate regularly with parents or guardians to share progress updates, address concerns, and foster strong home-school connections. Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and maintain accurate documentation of child observations and incident reports. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment in accordance with health and safety regulations, including first aid and CPR procedures. Skills Proven experience working with children in daycare or preschool settings with strong classroom management skills. Knowledge of childhood development principles, curriculum development, special education needs, and early intervention techniques. Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners. Ability to implement behavior management strategies that promote positive social interactions. Familiarity with Montessori methods or other educational philosophies such as standardized testing or literacy education is a plus. Strong organizational skills for lesson planning, record keeping, and maintaining compliance with childcare standards. Certifications in first aid and CPR are required; experience teaching physical education or tutoring is advantageous. Embark on a fulfilling career where your dedication helps children thrive! We provide a supportive environment that values your expertise in early childhood education while offering opportunities for professional growth in areas like preschool teaching, childhood development instruction, and classroom management. Join us to make a meaningful difference in young lives every day!
Pay:
From $10.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Professional Development

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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

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