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The Children's Place at St. Andrew

Lead Preschool Teacher - Ones Classroom

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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.

$31,678 / year median in Texas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Pay:
$14.00 - $16.00 per hour Job description: The Children's Place Preschool began as a Mother's Day Out program at First Presbyterian Church. The school came to St. Andrew in 1995 as a mission of the church. The goal of the school is to provide a safe and nurturing environment with focus on the whole child. ​Areas of physical, cognitive, social and emotional development are recognized on an individual basis, and provisions for those needs are met through research-based activities in music, art, dramatic play, science discoveries, fine and gross motor security, and a genuine interest in each child. As a child's first teachers, parent's values are considered when meeting the child's needs, and they are encouraged to be an active part of the school. Working at The Children's Place offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives while working in a supportive educational environment. If you are passionate about early childhood education and have experience working with young children, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role! Open Position -
Lead Teacher:
One's Class Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team! The hours for this position will be about 20 per week. The ideal candidate will have a passion for childhood development and educating young children in a nurturing environment.
Duties:
The teacher will be responsible for the classroom, the curriculum, and the children assigned to the teacher. The teacher will be accountable to the director.
The teacher will:
Develop a schedule and a curriculum to fit the needs of the children. Assess child's social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills on an ongoing basis. Hold parent conferences. Maintain developmental records. Work in association with the rest of the staff. Inform the director about needed equipment, supplies and repairs. Use positive discipline techniques. Attend called staff meetings. Attend other events for professional development and complete no less than the 24 hours required by state minimum standards for childcare centers. Maintain current CPR certification. Attend school-sponsored events. Communicate and provide copies of lesson plans to parents and director Maintain state minimum standards for childcare centers under the supervision of the director. Communicate with parents as needed or requested. Assist in staffing additional daily educational programing, for example Stay & Play and Book Club, as coordinated by the Director.
Experience:
Associate's degree or higher with 12 college credits (semester hours) in early childhood education/child development preferred. A minimum of two years of experience in teaching, or working with children, in an early childhood educational setting is preferred. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young learners' lives while working in a supportive educational environment. If you are passionate about early childhood education and have experience working with young children, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role!
Benefits:
Employee discount Life insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person