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My Baby Steps Academy
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.
$37,025 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
For quickest response call or text: 703-927-5589 or 703-943-7916 My Baby Steps Academy is seeking a full time motivated, energetic professional with a background in child care as a lead teacher. Reporting directly to the Director, the lead teacher will be expected to assist in providing and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate program in accordance with all relevant childcare policies, procedures, and State regulations. In addition, the lead teacher will assume the following center responsibilities:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Include:
- Implement a developmentally appropriate early childcare and preschool program for the children.
- Implement activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children.
- Develop and maintain accurate reports and documentation in accordance with program policies.
- Establish positive relationships and communicate effectively with children, staff, administration, and parents.
- Provide appropriate safety, supervision, and support as applicable to program guidelines.
- Ensure all applicable licensing and health regulations are met.
- Conduct light cleaning duties such as gathering trash, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors, sanitizing toys and table tops, and other general duties similar in nature.
- Effectively conduct diapering and toileting procedures as it relates to job responsibility.
REQUIREMENTS
- CDA, Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field is a plus
- one + years experience in a child care setting.
- Familiarity with state and county child care regulations.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Infant and Child CPR/First Aid certification is a plus
- Must be able to lift, hold, or carry up to 45 pounds
- Must be able to respond to emergency situations in a prompt and professional manner.
- MAT certification a plus.
- Friendly and outgoing personality is a MUST! Benefits of working at MBSA
- Competitive compensation
- 50% childcare tuition discount
- Educational and professional development
- Comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including:
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision options are available
- Paid holidays