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Job Description
OakSong NATURE School is looking to hire a full-time teacher in our INFANT program.
Available positions:
Full-time Monday-Friday shift of 9 am to 6 pm.
Compensation:
$18.00 TO $20.00 an hour, dependent on experience, plus benefits About OakSong OakSong school (check us out at Oaksongschool.com) is a female-founded nature preschool committed to providing the best early childhood experience possible by allowing kids to be kids! We offer child-enriching experiences through the child-led approach (where children learn by pursuing their interests!). We value every student through holistic education, providing a whole-child approach by integrating emotional, social, and academic lessons into our curriculum. We have found the perfect balance, as our approach is a hybrid of Reggio Emilia-inspired, Waldorf, STEM, and A for the ARTS. We are on 5 acres in beautiful Dripping Springs, where our students have ample space to PLAY and EXPLORE. Our campus has pigs, chickens, a large outdoor garden, a mud kitchen (we get dirty!), water play during the summertime, beautiful classrooms, teacher break spaces, and a friendly, supportive staff community. If you
ABSOLUTELY
love children, especially babies, the outdoors, and are kind, we want to hear from you!
What we offer:
Benefits include Group Health-Medical, Dental & Vision Discounted Childcare (60%) Earned Paid Time Off 401K Above industry standard pay Eleven PAID holidays a year Paid Time Off-PTO
PAID CLOSURE DATES
for Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks Opportunities for professional development Advancement opportunities Paid internship opportunities Paid Training Annual performance reviews- We are open to discussions on identifying what skills you will need for future long-term career goals and will help you work on the specific skills required. We want to invest in you! We can't wait to meet YOU!
JOB DESCRIPTION
Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the babies at all times. Maintain and follow all required minimum standards laid out by the state of Texas. Create a child-led curriculum with assistance from our Reggio curriculum director. Following the daily schedule, but have the ability to be flexible Decorating the classroom and keeping it clean and orderly Creating daily summary reports for children, including photos or videos, and Participate in parent communication Meeting children's basic needs (diapers, feedings, social, emotional, etc.) Be familiar with and follow all school policies and licensing rules. Report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect. Regular attendance is an essential requirement of the position in order to offer children and parents consistency.
Physical requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. approximately 100 times per day/shift. Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motion are physical requirements of the position.
Qualifications:
Meet and exceed all state Child Care Licensing requirements Previous experience with a MINIMUM of
TWO YEARS OF
experience in a licensed childcare infant program. Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, problem-solving ability, and a desire to learn and grow as an educator. Ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers. Be patient and loving. OakSong School provides an early-life experience that lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning and personal growth. We aim to provide the natural child a safe and prepared environment to learn what the mind and heart desire, while encouraging each child to discover what makes them unique.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Early Childhood Education:
1 year (Preferred)
Childcare:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred) Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
