What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at CSUMC Preschool?
Summary
The preschool teacher will be responsible for the direct supervision of a class of children as well as planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, creative, and patient. S/he will create a safe and nurturing environment for children to best foster their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. The Preschool Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
Duties
� Provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for preschoolers and their families.
� Effectively collaborate with others daily including assistant teachers and classroom volunteers.
� Maintain frequent and positive communication with parents and caregivers through informal discussions and parent-teacher conferences.
� Participate in ongoing professional development (12 hours annually) as required by the state and CSUMC Preschool.
� Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and employ a variety of play-based educational strategies.
� Observe and track children?s progress and development and communicate areas of strength and concern to parents and caregivers.
� Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
� Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors and work habits when in contact with children, parents, and staff members.
Requirements
� Must possess at minimum a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old.
� Experience working in childcare or other educational setting is required.
� Strong understanding of child development and best practices in early childhood education.
� Ability to respond quickly to the physical and emotional needs of children.
� Must clear a full background check and pass a health screening.
� Must have Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain certification.
Nice To Haves
� CDA, Associate's degree or certificate in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
Benefits
About Us
The preschool teacher will be responsible for the direct supervision of a class of children as well as planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, creative, and patient. S/he will create a safe and nurturing environment for children to best foster their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. The Preschool Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
Duties
� Provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for preschoolers and their families.
� Effectively collaborate with others daily including assistant teachers and classroom volunteers.
� Maintain frequent and positive communication with parents and caregivers through informal discussions and parent-teacher conferences.
� Participate in ongoing professional development (12 hours annually) as required by the state and CSUMC Preschool.
� Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and employ a variety of play-based educational strategies.
� Observe and track children?s progress and development and communicate areas of strength and concern to parents and caregivers.
� Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
� Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors and work habits when in contact with children, parents, and staff members.
Requirements
� Must possess at minimum a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old.
� Experience working in childcare or other educational setting is required.
� Strong understanding of child development and best practices in early childhood education.
� Ability to respond quickly to the physical and emotional needs of children.
� Must clear a full background check and pass a health screening.
� Must have Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain certification.
Nice To Haves
� CDA, Associate's degree or certificate in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
Benefits
- Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:30-6:00.
- Approximately 35-40 hours per week, paid biweekly.
- Closed on major holidays and Fall and Spring Break.
- Small program with a supportive and positive environment.
- Paid professional development opportunities. Paid training hours.
- Discounted tuition for parents if there is availability in your child's age group.
- Paid time off after 6 months of employment.
- Eligible for participation in the United Methodist Church pension plan after one year of employment.
- Eligible for participation in health insurance after 60 days of employment.
About Us
Located in downtown Knoxville, Church Street United Methodist Church Preschool has
been a distinguished childcare provider for more than 50 years. We are conveniently
situated within walking distance from the University of Tennessee and the World's Fair
Park.
CSUMC Preschool offers top quality early childhood education by providing
- low teacher-student ratios,
- a safe, secure, and loving environment, as well as
- developmentally appropriate curriculum (aligned with the TN-ELDS).
Our primary goal is to meet each child where they are in order to encourage social,
emotional, and cognitive growth while having fun learning through play!