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Little Railers Daycare
Preschool Lead Teacher
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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.
$34,353 / year median in Kansas
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Preschool Lead Teacher Little Railers Daycare Newton, KS Job Details Full-time $12 - $15 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Teamwork Personal service experience with children Employee relationship building Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Child safety supervision Teaching experience with young children Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Lead Preschool Teacher This role is focused on leading a classroom of children ages 3-5 years old and is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure, routine, and engaging learning experiences.
Responsibilities include:
⁃ Leading daily classroom operations for the Preschool group ⁃ Planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities ⁃ Maintaining classroom structure, routines, and transitions ⁃ Ensuring KDHE licensing requirements, ratios, and safety standards ⁃ Building strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers ⁃ Using positive guidance and developmentally appropriate behavior strategies ⁃ Creating a nurturing, engaging, and well-managed classroom environmentLittle Railers Core Values Integrity:
Upholding strong character, honesty, and dependability.Love:
We are called to love and care for others, nurturing children with kindness and compassion.Respect:
We value the unique strengths and contributions of every child and team member.Community:
We work together to create a safe, supportive environment for children, families, and staff.Faith:
We strive to reflect the love of Jesus Christ through our daily interactions and care. ⭐ What We're Looking For ⁃ Reliable, punctual, and consistent attendance ⁃ Experience in childcare or early childhood education preferred ⁃ Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment ⁃ Strong teamwork and communication skills ⁃ Positive attitude and passion for working with children ✨ Why Join Little Railers? We offer a supportive, team-centered environment where staff are valued and children are our top priority. We are intentional about who we bring onto our team and are looking for individuals who align with our mission, values, and level of care. If you are dependable, caring, and ready to make a difference each day, we would love to connect with you.Pay:
$12.00 - $15.00 per hourWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Dental Insurance