Childcare Teachers & Support Staff

Job Overview
Join our vibrant team as a Childcare Teacher & Support Staff, where your passion for early childhood development will inspire and nurture young minds. In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment for children across various age groups, from toddlers to preschoolers. Your energy and dedication will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning, fostering curiosity, social skills, and emotional well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while developing your skills in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that promote literacy education, math skills, physical activity, and social-emotional growth.
• Support children’s developmental milestones through tailored activities in areas such as childhood development and early intervention strategies.
• Manage classroom environments effectively by maintaining organization, safety standards, and positive behavior management techniques.
• Engage with children during daily routines including playtime, meal periods, nap times, and educational activities like storytime or arts and crafts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan lessons that incorporate Montessori methods or other educational philosophies suited to diverse learning needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about children’s progress, behavior, and specific needs related to special education or child welfare.
• Assist in preparing for assessments such as standardized testing or progress evaluations to monitor each child's growth and learning outcomes.

Requirements

• Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare, preschool, private schools, or similar environments is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles including curriculum development, classroom management, and behavior management techniques.
• Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs, and literacy education strategies.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and engage with parents or guardians.
• Ability to supervise and care for toddlers and young children while maintaining a nurturing environment.
• Experience with lesson planning, teaching physical education activities, tutoring in core subjects like math or reading, and working with students of varying developmental needs.
• Certification or training related to childhood development or early childhood education is a plus; Montessori training is desirable. Join us in shaping bright futures! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where passionate educators can thrive while making a positive difference in children's lives through dedicated care and innovative teaching practices.

Why join CEEC?

We are a Keystone STAR 4 center dedicated to nurturing the next generation. Join a team that values your growth and supports your career journey!

Carlisle Early Education Center is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and services are provided in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, or pregnancy status. We provide reasonable physical accommodations for staff with disabilities.

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person