Come join the JCA Goldman Family Preschool! We are hiring for a full time Assistant teacher to join our strong team! This is a round position which offers 11 or 12 months with a requirement to work a minimum of 4 weeks of our summer program. This person will work in our toddler classrooms daily with children ages 12 moths - 3 years old. Experience with infants is also preferred but not required. Ideally, this position begins in July but there is flexibility to start in mid to late August 2024 including some orientation and training hours. This position is full-time, 5 days a week and candidates must be available to work 9am -5pm. We are seeking candidates who have had some experience caring for young children in group care, can work collaboratively with classroom teachers, be open-minded, and flexible, and with strong interpersonal and self-resiliency skills.

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:

Shifts during the School Calendar Year will be full time hours Monday-Friday scheduled 9am-5pm, based on enrollment and needs of the program.

We offer 11 month or 12 month year round teaching positions which requires all teachers to work a minimum of 4 weeks of the 8 week summer program.

Full time 11 month teaching position has 8 weeks off per year, 25 of those days are unpaid time off and 15 days are paid time off during the school year calendar. Full Time 12 month teaching position has 4 weeks off per year paid. This time is scheduled into the calendar during days that school is not in session.

• Work with children between ages 6 weeks-3 years old indoor and outdoor spaces and assist for wood walks and field trips.
• Provide breaks for teachers on a rotating basis during the regular school day
• 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 per licensing standards.

Other required skills:

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields.
• Passionate about working with children in a variety of settings inside and outside.
• The candidate must be energetic, positive, compassionate, patient, and flexible demeanor. Be part of a warm, professional and supportive early childhood work community!
• Ability to be outside in all kinds of weather for extended periods of time to support building resiliency
• Ability to build strong connections with all ages of children 6 weeks-5 years.
• Excellent verbal communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Applicant must have current background check prior to being able to report to first day of work in childcare for the state of Maine. Do you have your letter of eligibility to provide childcare in Maine yet?
• Are you fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and Boostered?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, ME 04102: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person