What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Ivybrook Academy?
About us
Brand New Campus!!! Are you looking for an early education job where you actually teach, not just provide child care. We are hiring teachers that understand Montessori and Reggio Emilia curriculum or want to learn this research driven hybrid curriculum. We have an opening in the three year old classroom.
Ivybrook Academy is currently seeking passionate preschool educators for our school campus. Our schools provide a professional environment where educators can focus their time on igniting the joy of learning in their students. We are seeing passionate educators committed to progressive quality education.
Ivybrook Academy is a half-day preschool committed to providing a balanced educational program that fosters individuality, creativity, and life-long learning. Ivybrook Academy provides a progressive approach to early childhood education, which values student's individual voices within our vibrant community and cultivates compassionate citizens who find joy in learning. Ivybrook blends a hybrid curriculum of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Multiple Intelligence research. Dynamic teachers assist children in achieving developmental milestones while valuing differences and nurturing the individual needs of their students.This position is in a brand new campus currently under construction due to open in September. This position will begin as part time, with the opportunity to move into full time asap as classes fill.
Benefits:
- $500 Signing bonus!!!
- This position will begin as part time until the morning sessions fill up, with the goal of becoming a full time position when afternoon sessions open up if desired
- Over 6 weeks of paid time off each year!
- School year closely follows the public-school calendar
- 8:00 - 12:30 work hours (part time)
- Supportive and professional work environment
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement daily lessons for the children following a progressive approach to education
- Observe and evaluate each child’s progress
- Work cooperatively and professionally with staff members and parents
- Maintain communication with parents
- Be available for parent conferences
- Attend staff meetings, training and school functions
- Maintain portfolio assessments for all children in the classroom
- Commit to continuing education
Ivybrook Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
Job Requirements
Priority given to those with a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or have their education degree within the first year of employment. Previous experience at a public, private or licensed school preferred. Priority given to those with Montessori or Reggio Emilia experience and knowledge/training.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15,000.00 - $19,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 22 – 26 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience teaching Montessori methods?
- Do you have experience teaching the Reggio Emilia philosophy?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15,000 - $19,000
