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Loudoun County Government
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
Salary offers are based on information contained within the application and any attachments (licenses, certifications, etc.). Please ensure your profile and resume are up to date with all experience, education, and skills you wish to be considered. Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters! Loudoun County's Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services (PRCS) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Preschool Teacher. Working under the general oversight of the designated supervisor, this role entails teaching foundational skills to preschool children at a specific location for the County. This position, based on the assigned location, delivers learning activities for preschoolers; creates and enforces basic rules to maintain classroom discipline; supports physical, mental, and social development through games, arts, crafts, music, and field trips; discusses children's development with parents; and plans tasks for aides. This position supervises staff. We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
- Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, South Riding, VA Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Instructs and motivates preschool-aged children.
- Formulates program activities suitable for preschoolers.
- Manages children's behaviors, communication, and involvement in program activities; upholds the necessary staff-to-student ratios; and adheres to the established policies and procedures concerning supervision, interactions, and disciplinary actions.
- Observes the activities of preschool children.
- Safeguards the health and safety of children enrolled in the program.
- Facilitates supportive and professional communication with parents, site personnel, and staff; answers parent inquiries and requests; delivers program information to interested parents; and ensures the supervisor is well-informed.
- May carry out additional critical job responsibilities that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.