What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Educator/ Teacher at Midtown Discovery Preschool position at Discovery Preschool and Family Center?
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?
Our core values at Discovery focus on creating a child-centered environment within a structure of professional and knowledgable educators. Among these educators we expect the most nurturing and passionate early childhood lovers! A Discovery educator is not only knowledgable and nurturing, they are passionate and creative with their curriculum design. Discovery educators are great communicators and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues and our greater school community! If you LOVE early childhood education and you have a passion for creating beautiful school environments while collaborating with others, this could be the place for you!
WHY BE A PRESCHOOL EDUCATOR AT DISCOVERY?
Discovery Preschool and Family Center is a family owned, close knit team of passionate and friendly team players. When we’re looking for candidates to join our team, we look to find people who will bring inspiration, a sense of humor, professionalism, and kindness each day! Working here, you’ll make life-long friends and develop a support system from all of us! Bring your knowledge and be open to learn from all of us too!
PERKS
Once per week, meet with your team to discuss children in the class.
Once per month, meet with the whole staff to discuss the program
Be inspired four times per year during our professional development days
Family-friendly work environment; flexible schedules, paid vacations, paid holidays, sick pay and more…
Medical benefits*
Fun and creative work environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 12 completed ECE/CD units including courses that cover child growth and development, child and family, and program/curriculum.
AND
- Minimum six (6) months recent paid successful experience as a preschool or infant/toddler teacher or caregiver in a licensed childcare center.
OTHER: Must possess proof of training and certificates in CPR and First Aid.
KNOWLEDGE OF: Early childhood development and appropriate practices for young children; nurturing, care giving and education of young children; concepts of integrated curriculum development and implementation; principles of observation and assessment of young children; solid foundation in other aspects of child development; principles of parent communication and support.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting children or heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. Must be able to work safely in an environment containing biological conditions, which may be unhealthful or hazardous (such as bodily fluids and waste, germs, childhood diseases). Must pass fingerprint clearance test for all appropriate agencies (such as FBI, Department of Justice, and Child Abuse Index Services). Implement a program based on sound principles of child development; interact positively with children and act as an appropriate adult role model; meet Title 5 and Title XXII regulations; enforce and apply all laws, rules and regulations; read, understand and interpret standard official legal documents; communicate effectively in English; apply concepts of integrated curriculum development in a non-biased manner; give and follow written and oral instructions; exercise judgment and discretion in analyzing and resolving problems; maintain accurate and detailed records; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.
SCHEDULE: Option 1: M-Th 7:30 am-1:30 pm and Fri 7:30 am-3:30 pm, Option 2: M-F 7:30 am-3:30 pm.
COMPENSATION: Depends on experience; $23-27 per hour, 36 hours per week
POSITION BEGINS: asap
TO APPLY: Please email a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating how you would make a valuable asset to our teaching team!
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27