What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher/ Assistant Teacher position at Backpack University Preschool?
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher/ Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where preschoolers can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for developing age-appropriate lesson plans that incorporate various subjects, including math, while fostering a love for learning.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote early childhood education principles.
- Create a safe and welcoming classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to foster positive relationships.
- Manage classroom behavior through effective classroom management techniques.
- Provide care and support for toddlers, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met.
- Encourage social interaction among children to develop teamwork and communication skills.
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate children with disabilities or special needs.
- Assess children's progress and provide feedback to parents regarding their development.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom space that promotes learning.
Qualifications
- Experience working in preschool settings or daycare environments is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in preschool education.
- Ability to manage a classroom effectively while fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Familiarity with teaching math concepts at an early childhood level is beneficial.
- Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with young children.
- Certification in CPR and First Aid is a plus.
Join us in shaping the future of our youngest learners by providing them with the foundational skills they need to succeed!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Middleburg, FL 32068 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Middleburg, FL 32068: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15