Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Are you a lifelong learner? Is the sound of a child’s laugh music to your ears? Do you enjoy partnering with adults and children in hands-on learning experiences? If you are curious about any of these questions, come grow with us at Carriage House Children’s Center.

Carriage House Children’s Center is an exemplary, nationally accredited child care center located in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Dedicated to nurturing the lives of children and their families in an early learning environment, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals to grow and join our teaching teams. If you have previous experience working with young children and are interested in joining our inclusive learning community where all families, children and staff feel welcome and respected, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type: Preschool Teacher, Full-time

Benefits:

· $1,000 New Hire/Retention bonus

· Costs for obtaining new clearances, physical & TB test covered by Carriage House

· Competitive pay range of $17-20/hour

· Bonus pay twice a year

· Eight-hour workday with paid break, Monday through Friday schedule

· Comprehensive health and vision insurance (employer pays 70%, employee pays 30%) – staff consistently say it’s one of the best benefits offered

· Holiday, vacation and PTO pay

· Dental insurance

· Short-term, accident and critical illness insurances

· Retirement tax-deferred annuity

· Assistance in obtaining higher degrees

· Participates in Student Loan Forgiveness Program

· Employee-child discount

· Free parking

· Ongoing mentoring and training

· Occasional Uber rides to work can be reimbursed through an employee transportation support program

· Employee Assistance Fund to support employees when facing financial difficulties

• In-service days include delicious catered lunches and exciting raffles with prizes totaling $1,000-$1,500

• Holiday parties with gifts, prizes, and great company

• A friendly, upbeat atmosphere where you're valued and appreciated

• A workplace where we have a lot of fun while making a difference in children's lives

Requirements:

· Candidates with Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or related degrees are preferred.

· Candidates without designated degrees should have a CDA credential or equivalent (12 credits in Early Childhood Education or a related field) and three years’ experience.

· Act 33/34, FBI and NSOR clearances and physical/TB test

· Proficient computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and the Internet

Responsibilities:

· Ensure the smooth daily operation of the classroom in alignment with Carriage House Children’s Center (CHCC) policies and procedures; support a positive team environment through clear communication, modeling best practices, and upholding high standards of care and professionalism

· Follow best practices for keeping children healthy and safe in Center-based care, following all licensing and regulatory policies and procedures related to PA Department of Human Services (DHS), Keystone STARS and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

· Supervise children at all times including naptime, mealtime, and toileting times

· Use positive, sensitive and consistent encouragement with children

· Collaborate with co-teachers to develop classroom lesson plans which provide children with a variety of developmentally appropriate and engaging experiences that are responsive to children’s needs

· Apply strong and appropriate classroom management skills

· Engage in professional growth activities to improve professional and personal skills

· Follow all Center policies and/or procedures as written in Job Description, Employee Handbook and Teacher Handbook

Carriage House Children’s Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

Please submit a letter of inquiry and resume to chcc@carriagehouse.org, Attn: Debbie Welch.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person