Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher
KLA Schools of Huntsville

KLA Schools of Huntsville, an innovative preschool inspired by the world-renowned Reggio Emilia approach to education, is seeking an experienced full-time Infant-Preschool Teacher to join our dynamic faculty. This role offers a unique opportunity for passionate early childhood education specialists to enhance the lives of young children while growing professionally in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Position Overview:

As an Preschool Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating learning environment for children. You will collaborate closely with other faculty members to develop and implement a creative, age-appropriate curriculum that fosters social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This position requires a commitment to ongoing professional development and active participation in school activities, events, and meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree / Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Prior experience in a preschool or early childhood classroom setting.
• Strong communication skills and a warm, nurturing demeanor.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A positive team player who is resourceful, proactive, flexible, and creative.
• Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia philosophy is a plus.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum.
• Support the social and emotional growth of all students.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that promotes independent and group learning.
• Manage student behavior to provide a positive and secure learning atmosphere.
• Assess and document student progress to ensure continuous communication with students, parents, and the administration.
• Write personalized narratives, complete progress reports, and conduct parent-teacher conferences to provide constructive feedback on student progress.
• Foster a cooperative educational team by keeping parents informed and involved.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity by incorporating cultural values and beliefs within the classroom community.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, logistics meetings, parent meetings, school events, grade-level meetings, and other school-related activities.
• Mentor and support teacher assistants or co-teachers in maintaining an optimal learning environment.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Experience:

• Preschool: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person