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Johnston Community School District

CE Preschool Provider

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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.

$35,390 / year median in Iowa

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

CE Preschool Provider Johnston Community School District - 3.9 Johnston, IA Job Details Part-time $17.82 - $21.77 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Qualifications High school diploma or GED Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists in the implementation of an early childhood preschool program by providing a safe learning environment for children through a structure conducive to young children's learning.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred First Aid and CPR certification obtainable upon hire
EXPERIENCE
One year of successful experience working with preschool children and their parents
QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND
ABILITIES
Demonstrates sensitivity to the social and emotional needs of young children. Promotes positive self-concept in children. Shows a willingness to integrate special needs children into the preschool program. Displays enthusiasm, flexibility, and understanding in motivating young children. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills with children, staff, and parents. Ability to work with culturally diverse family structures and styles.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSONAL Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with CE/School personnel and participants. Contributes to creating a positive work environment. Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality. Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her schedule day. Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job. Works independently and with confidence. Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations. Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.
PROFESSIONAL
Assists with the implementation of a quality preschool program for young children. Participates in training opportunities as required. Participates in parent programming as required, such as parent conferences and parent meetings. Located at assigned elementary school or community facility. District-wide as requested for supervision and professional meetings. Personal contacts with participants and parents, community education staff, school professional and support staff, Community groups and volunteers Provide supervision of participants Perform other duties as required by the Preschool Coordinator and/or Early Childhood Coordinator.
Work Hours:
Tuesday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 Monday/month (12-4)
Benefits:
Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) Employee assistance program Paid leave and holidays Tuition reimbursement