PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT/AFTERCARE COORDINATOR TEACHER

Come join the JCA Goldman Family Preschool! We are currently hiring for one Full-Time OR two part time assistant educator/Aftercare Coordinator Teacher to join our Preschool team! The position works in both of our preschool classrooms with multi age 3-5 and will lead the aftercare program. Candidate must have experience leading and flexibility working with ages 3-5 year olds for group play, curriculum planning, experience implementing positive behavior strategies and combined small and large group activities. This position begins early JUNE, 2026. Some orientation and training hours will be included during first few weeks of employment. This can be a 34-38 hour week position.

Candidates must be available M-F 5 days a week, M-TH shifts weekly 9:30-5pm and F 8:30-4:30pm. We are seeking candidates who work collaboratively in a co team model, are open-minded, flexible, and with strong classroom management, interpersonal skills and leadership skills to coordinate for the Aftercare program and activities. We spend a lot of time outdoors so candidate must be resilient and enjoy working outside in all permitted weather.

A monthly teacher bonus supplemental salary pay currently applies to this position and that supplemental pay is determined based on requirements set by the state. Teachers will be required to join the MRTQ Registry and update training for health and safety to qualify.

Program Information:

We are a NAEYC accredited program. Through the 'High Scope' curriculum, combined with a Reggio Emilia approach, we offer child-centered, family-oriented programs for 6 weeks old to 5 years old. Our curriculum exposes children to a broad range of experiences, including meaningful Jewish cultural exploration. Educated and trained professionals bring deep commitment and a love of children to our classrooms. We foster a child's natural instincts and curiosity by providing a nurturing, comfortable, joyful and developmentally appropriate environment.

Schedule and Responsibilities:

Hours during the Summer and School Calendar Year will be full-time Monday-Friday with 8 hour shifts. Shifts are based on the enrollment and needs of the program. This position is hourly and includes requirements for staff to attend monthly teacher meetings, planning time with their team, some school year special events, and all staff professional development days.

• Work with children between ages 3-5 years old indoor and outdoor spaces and joining for woods walks, neighborhood strolls, and field trips.
• Provide an engaging, safe, and nurturing learning environment, bringing new ideas for activities to engage young children
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Maintain the health and safety of all students
• leading and coleading parent/teacher conferences

Other required and preferred skills:

• Previous experience working with groups of children and in early childhood environments required.
• 2-3 years co-lead or lead teacher or asst. teaching experience in this field and in EC is preferred to apply.
• Passionate about working with children in a variety of settings inside and outside.
• The candidate must be energetic, positive, patient, and flexible demeanor and ready to have fun!
• Experience documenting, recording and reporting writing on growth and development or assessments and/or progress reports preferred but not required.
• Experience using family apps or ability and willingness to learn
• Ability to be outside in all kinds of weather for extended periods of time to support building resiliency for all types of weather and setting up activities in outside spaces.
• Ability to build strong connections with children and thier families.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and experience in positive behavior management strategies

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person