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Heritage Preschool
Mothers Day Out Teacher - Half-Day
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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.
$32,480 / year median in Mississippi
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our team at Heritage Weekday Programs (Monday-Thursday) from 8:45am-1:15pm. We are a well-established early childhood education center dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for young learners. We are located in the heart of Oak Grove (inside Heritage Church), and are committed to fostering a love for learning in our students. Duties
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and activities tailored to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in the 1-2 year old aged children.
- Create a safe and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Provide individualized attention to address the unique needs of each child and support their growth and development.
- Collaborate closely with parents to communicate children's progress, milestones, and any concerns effectively.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom conducive to learning and creativity. Qualifications
- Prior experience working with young children in a Mother's Day Out or Preschool childcare setting is advantageous.
- Passion for early childhood education and a nurturing teaching approach.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
- Must be willing to change diapers, get on the child's level for play and treat each child as a blessing from God.
- Must have Reliable Transportation
- Successful completion of background checks including fingerprinting and child abuse registry screening.
- Minimum age requirement of 18 years old.
- Must have a High school diploma or GED equivalent. Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for professional development to enhance skills in early childhood education.
- Supportive work environment that values the well-being of both students and staff members.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$12.00- $13.