Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

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It Takes A Village Child Care is a small business in North Dartmouth, MA. We are professional and agile.

Our work environment includes:

• providing effeciant and top quality care to children and families
• Motivating staff and leaders
• open communication & collaboration
• room for growth and development
• Fun & Rewarding

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool/PreK teacher to join our team. As a Preschool/PreK Teacher you will play a crucial role in shaping the minds and lives of young children before starting Primary School. Your responsibility will be to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that promotes the social, emotional, and intellectual development of each child.

Duties:

- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities

- Provide a variety of learning experiences that cater to the individual needs and interests of each child

- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, cooperation, and kindness

- Utilize effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment

- Assess student progress through regular observation, assessment tools, and formal evaluations

- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress, behavior, and any concerns or achievements

- Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to plan and coordinate school-wide events, programs, and initiatives

- Stay up-to-date with current trends and research in early childhood education to continuously improve teaching practices

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of preschool or early childhood education principles and practices

- Excellent classroom management skills to create a positive learning environment

- Ability to effectively communicate with young children, parents/guardians, and colleagues

- Understanding of child development theories and ability to apply them in the classroom setting

- Experience working with children with special needs or diverse backgrounds is preferred

- Proficient in creating engaging lesson plans that incorporate various subjects such as math, science, language arts, physical education, etc.

- Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with young children on an individual level

Qualifications:

- Certfifcation in Early Childhood Education (required)

- CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)

- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting (preferred)

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and have the necessary qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• EEC certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• North Dartmouth, MA 02747 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• North Dartmouth, MA 02747: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person