Early Childhood Educators Needed - Part & Full Time Positions Available

ECYC, a NAEYC accredited center with over 40 years of operation, is looking for enthusiastic and inspired educators to join our teaching team. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who is knowledgeable about early childhood development and its application to a play-based creative curriculum. As a member of the ECYC teaching team, this educator must be deeply invested in fostering connections with students, parents, faculty, and prospective families. They should enjoy being an accessible participant in the school community with a warm and caring presence. Our philosophy centers on a child-led, exploratory approach to education, fostering creativity, independence, and a love for learning. We seek team members who are inspired by this approach or eager to learn. If you're ready to teach with joy and purpose while working in an environment that truly supports you, we'd love to meet you. Join us in shaping the future of early childhood education—one supported teacher and curious child at a time! Apply today! ECYC is a high quality NAEYC accredited early learning center in Rahway, NJ. We are seeking passionate, caring, and skilled Full-Time Lead, Primary and Part-Time Assistant Teachers to work in a our Infant, Toddler and Preschool & Kindergarten classrooms. Full time candidates must be able to work a rotating schedule of 7:30am-3:30pm and 10:00am-6:00pm. Part-Time candidates must be able to work either 8:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-5:30pm.

Summary of Positions:

1) Lead Teachers work with classroom Primary Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate activities for the children using the Creative Curriculum program, collect data, and assess children.

Responsibilities:

Build responsive relationships with children Understand and assist in using developmentally appropriate practice Build positive relationships with families Demonstrate appropriate interactions with coworkers Maintain professional standards Ensure the health and safety of all children

Qualifications:

CDA or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with a willingness/plan to continue education

Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education 5+ years experience in NAEYC accredited center 2) Primary Teachers work with the classroom Lead Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate activities for the children using the Creative Curriculum program, collect data, and assess children. Partners with Lead Teacher to provide parents with daily reports using online tracking systems.

Responsibilities:

Work with Lead Teacher to develop and implement lesson plans Use developmentally appropriate, intentional teaching through Creative Curriculum Maintain health and safety of each child Assist Lead Teacher in collecting documentation and assessments to complete portfolios and reports Serves as Lead Teacher when Lead Teacher is absent

Qualifications:

2 years of childcare experience OR college credits toward education with a willingness/plan to continue education and enrolling in a CDA program in the next 6 months

Preferred:

CDA, AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field 3) Assistant Teachers take initiative in classroom activities and duties, work collaboratively with Lead and Primary teachers, intentionally interacting with children in various activities.

Responsibilities:

Prepare breakfast or afternoon snack Change diapers and feed infants (depending on program) Follow the Creative Curriculum lesson plans as directed Work collaboratively with classroom staff Follow direction and safety protocols

Follow Developmentally Appropriate Practice Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Higher 1-2 years experience working with children in a childcare setting across ages

Preferred:

2 years or more experience working with children CDA or enrolled in CDA program All ECYC Teachers, regardless of their role, should be prepared to: Manage all aspects of daily classroom life, including health and safety of all students, establishment of comfortable classroom routines and transitions, and implementation of child-centered, developmentally appropriate, emergent curriculum that excites children about learning and prepares them for the next step in their education. Plan and implement activities to support and foster positive self-esteem, social skills, developmental growth, and independence for all students. Observe and record children's progress, behavior, growth, and development on a regular and ongoing basis. Work collaboratively with teaching team, administrators, specialists, and consultants. Actively participate in all team meetings, staff meetings, professional development days, teacher trainings, and workshops.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.95 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please indicate which position (Lead Teacher, Primary Teacher, Assistant Teacher) you are applying for:

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person