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The Meadows Early Learning Center

Early Childhood Teacher - Opener

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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.

$37,664 / year median in Colorado

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Benefits:
401(k) Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Tuition assistance Job description: Seeking an Amazing Lead Qualified Teacher (Opener 6:30am-10am) Currently seeking quality lead teachers well seasoned in running and planning curriculum a busy classroom by providing quality curriculum, structured classroom design and predictable routines. Must be fluent in English. The hours for this position will be 9-5 If this fits your qualifications, please contact us for an interview.; Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to) the following: Develops, weekly plans, and implements age appropriate curriculum (lesson plans) to nurture and stimulate all domains of child's development. Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children's learning and growth. Perform on-going developmental evaluations of children as required and complete parent teacher conferences 2 times per year. Implement and maintain classroom management and schedule. Maintain anecdotal records for children Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for the child's background by incorporating cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the childcare program and lesson plans. Complete child transition and orientation of classroom with parents. Maintain on-going communication with parents/caregivers. Complete daily attendance, meal records, accident/incident reports and daily sheets for parents. This includes performing name to face attendance for each transition that occurs. Maintain a healthy, safe, clean and developmentally appropriate environment for children in the classroom and on the playground. To include cleaning and sanitizing tables, toys and sinks before use. Complete daily checks of toys and materials for broken or missing materials. Provide redirection and support for child interactions. Participate in on-going development and evaluation of center's goals and objectives. Report all staff and classroom concerns to supervisor in a timely manner. Attend all staff meetings scheduled for the center. Obtain 15 hours of continuing education hours each year. Close room each day in accordance with the checklist. Supervise, train, and encourage assistants, and aides to contribute to curriculum and planning as well as parent communication. Create monthly supply list.
Benefits:
6 paid holidays (after 90 days of employment, for full time employees) Up to 6 paid sick days per year starting with your first year Paid vacation starting your second year Paid continuing education training to help your personal and professional growth.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Schedule:
Day shift (hours based on centers needs) Monday to
Friday Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred) ECE Classes (Preferred) PDIS Level 2
Credential Experience:
Childcare:
3 year (preferred)
License/Certification:
PDIS Training (Required') Lead Teacher credential (Required)
Work Location:
In person This business is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this business. All inquiries about employment at this business should be made directly to this location.