Preschool Teacher

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team. As a Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging environment for young children to learn and grow. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, a passion for early childhood education, and excellent classroom management skills.

**Responsibilities:**

- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with our curriculum and meet the needs of diverse learners.

- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social-emotional learning, creativity, and exploration.

- Encourage active learning and participation through play-based activities, arts, and physical education.

- Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement an engaging environment.

- Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate with parents and guardians regularly.

- Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of children with varying learning styles and abilities.

**Skills:**

- Experience working with children in a preschool or prekindergarten setting.

- 12 units in Child Development, these classes include; Child Development, Child, Family and Community, an elective in Child Development, and Curriculum in Child Development

- Strong background in early childhood education, including knowledge of developmental stages and learning theories.

- Ability to create engaging lesson plans and adapt to changing needs.

- Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a positive and respectful classroom environment.

- Committment to hands-on learning.

- Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with parents, colleagues, and children.

- Physical education experience and the ability to design engaging physical activities for young children.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Application Question(s):

• Do you have Child Development Units? The classes include Child Development, Child Family and Community, an elective in Child Development, and a Curriculum course in Child Development

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person