Full Time Preschool Teacher (2 years experience required)

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education. Some benefits that we offer after successfully completing a 90 Day Probationary Period are: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance through the Keystone Stars, tuition discount, Aflac Supplemental Insurance with a true vision and dental program. Responsibilities Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children using the High Scope Curriculum. Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.) Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children's progress and report to parents Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche Collaborate with other educators Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards Skills Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as mediator between children Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen Certification in child CPR Associates Degree or BS/BA in education or relevant field Valid licence to practice profession

Benefit Conditions:

Waiting period may apply

This Job Is:

A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more Work Remotely No This Job Is Ideal for

Someone Who Is:

Dependable

• more reliable than spontaneous Adaptable/flexible
• enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction High stress tolerance
• thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$13.00

• $19.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of professional experience do you have teaching Preschool?

Work Location:

In person