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.
Job description: We are looking for an Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Fun Time Early Childhood Academy.
Main Responsibilities Include:
Assist with developing and implementing indoor and outdoor learning environments that are child-oriented and that support children's growth in all areas of development. Interacts with children at their level throughout daily activities and helps to supervise and facilitate children's involvement in the classroom and on the playground. Assures classrooms and related areas are clean, safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate for all children. Prepares lesson plans that are age appropriate and engaging Completes individual child assessments and communicate children's progress and their needs to parents through individual parent conferences. Prepares timely, accurate objective and complete reports as required including accident/incident reports and child documentation.
Desired traits include:
Energetic, outgoing, professional, detailed and able to maintain confidentiality at all times Experience in the early childhood education field Nurturing personality and good judgment Knowledge of Creative Curriculum and on-going developmental assessments using Teaching Strategies Gold is a plus Qualifications and Skills Minimum requirements for all teachers: High school diploma or GED 45 hours of mandated training CDA and/or Degree in education-related field preferred Ability to lift and tend to children 1-5 years, stoop and bend to child's level, and squat to floor level Must be fluent in English, both written and verbal
Benefits:
Competitive Pay Health Insurance Paid Personal Leave Paid Holidays Equal Opportunity Statement Fun Time Early Childhood Academy is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and older), sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), marital status, race, national origin (including ancestry), disability, creed, religion, genetic information, HIV status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Academy is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms conditions and privileges of employment.
Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
