Entry level Preschool Teachers

If you would like to try a new rewarding career in the child care field, now is the time!! We have grant money that will pay for all classes, training, and fingerprinting!! We have Assistant and Lead positions open that will allow you to learn as you work! Must be patient, loving, good with children and be able to change diapers. The following is a brief description of some of the things that are required or that you will learn in this position.

• Must be 18, have a high school diploma, be able to pass a background screening, and drug test
• Provide and maintain a safe, clean and healthy learning environment for children
• Ensure a suitable environment for children’s development and implement appropriate, quality, programs and activities to promote each child’s physical, social, cultural, emotional and intellectual development
• Encourage supportive and productive relationships with families, staff and the community
• Ensure a balance between small group, large group and individual experiences
• Give leadership to updating and evaluating the preschool’s curriculum
• Maintain developmental records for each child and all other routine forms
• Develop and maintain a quality program for each child and their family
• Promote respect for the rights of the child
• Develop and implement appropriate behavior guidance policies, which relate to children’s development levels
• Ensure children with special needs are referred to appropriate agencies and specialists (e.g. speech pathologists, consulting psychologists) and ensure compliance with advice provided by those agencies.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, be able to sit and play on the floor, be able to move around the classroom.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location