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Roselyn North Academy of Westbrook

Preschool 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.

$43,472 / year median in Maine

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Roselyn North Academy is looking for a warm, dependable, and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher to join our team at our location in Westbrook! Our preschool classrooms are busy, fun, and full of personality. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with young children and understands that great early childhood education is about much more than getting through the daily schedule. It's about creating a classroom where children feel safe, connected, curious, and excited to learn. What You'll Do As a Preschool Teacher, you'll work as part of a classroom team to: Create a welcoming, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment Build positive relationships with children and families Plan and participate in developmentally appropriate learning experiences Support children's social-emotional development, independence, and problem-solving skills Maintain consistent classroom routines while still making room for plenty of play, exploration, and fun Spend time outdoors with children and encourage active, hands-on learning Communicate with families about their child's day and development Work collaboratively with your teaching team and center leadership Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and inviting classroom Follow Maine childcare licensing requirements and RNA policies What We're Looking For We'd love to meet someone who: Truly enjoys working with preschool-age children Is patient, dependable, positive, and able to work well as part of a team Understands that preschoolers need both structure and a whole lot of grace Is comfortable getting down on the floor, playing outside, being silly, reading the same favorite book again, and helping children navigate some very big feelings Communicates professionally with coworkers and families Is reliable and understands how important consistency is for young children Has previous childcare, preschool, or early childhood education experience Education or coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus, but we're also interested in candidates with strong experience working with young children who are excited to continue learning and growing in the field. Why Roselyn North Academy? At RNA, we believe great childcare starts with great educators. We want our teachers to feel supported, appreciated, and connected to the larger team around them. Our employees have access to benefits and opportunities that may include: Paid time off Paid holidays Health insurance Dental and vision insurance Professional development and training Opportunities for advancement within RNA Support for continued education and Maine Roads to Quality professional growth Employee childcare benefits A supportive leadership team and an established Maine early childhood education organization
Location:
Roselyn North Academy -
Patrick Drive, Westbrook, Maine Position:
Full-Time Preschool Teacher If you love working with young children and want to be part of a preschool where relationships, play, learning, and community matter, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and tell us a little about yourself and your experience working with children!
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please list 2-3 dates/times you would be available for an interview.
Experience:
Early childhood education: 1 year (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Westbrook, ME 04092 (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance