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Glastonbury Public Schools
Early Childhood Center Teacher, Part-Time
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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.
$40,793 / year median in Connecticut
+17% projected growth
Job Description
GLASTONBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Glastonbury, ConnecticutNOTICE OF VACANCY POSITION
Early Childhood Center Teacher, Part-Time Early Childhood Center at Eastbury Programs 10-Month position, mid-August to mid-June 20 hours per week We are searching for nurturing staff members to join our caregiving team. Teachers in our program are required to prepare and deliver classroom activities, communicate with staff and parents, serve as role models for children, maintain confidentiality, and ensure that the learning environment remains safe at all times. Successful teachers at the Early Learning Center should be creative, energetic, and able to encourage self-expression. Top candidates will possess a thorough understanding of early childhood development and have experience working with young children.WAGES:
$22.56 - $25.66 per hour, Depending on experience and educationDUTIES:
- Planning and delivering lessons designed to facilitate students' social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Encouraging self-expression through understanding, flexibility, and behavioral guidance and support.
- Tending to students' basic needs by feeding, dressing, and diapering.
- Mediating conflict between students, modeling appropriate social interactions.
- Ensuring that the classroom remains safe and conducive to learning at all times.
- Working in partnership with families to ensure that they feel a part of our school community.
- Observation and assessments of children in assigned group.
- Attending staff meetings and completing trainings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent. CDA, Associates or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
- CT Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification.
- Able to pass a background check.
- Prior experience working with young children, preferably within a similar setting.
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Warm, approachable disposition.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team.
- A passion for early childhood development.