What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Teacher position at Especially for Children?
Up to $1,000 sign on bonus!
Especially for Children in Edina seeks a dedicated Lead Teacher to join our teaching team. EFC has nine Twin Cities locations which are NAEYC Accredited and Four Star Parent Aware rated. EFC is locally owned and was founded in 1976. Teachers at Especially for Children make lasting connections with children, families and each other. Our educational philosophy is centered on The Creative Curriculum, a play-based learning curriculum that allows teachers and children to explore and pursue their unique interests.
We are offering a sign-on bonus for this full-time Teacher position at our Edina location. A $1,000 bonus will be offered to candidates who posses a degree in Early Childhood Education. Teacher or Assistant Teacher qualified candidates who do not have a degree in Early Childhood Education will be offered a $500 bonus. The bonus will be paid in two installments after 30 and 60 days of employment and does not apply to part-time candidates, aides or to any other open positions at Especially for Children unless specified in the job posting.
We seek a qualified Lead teacher who:
- Relates positively with young children and families
- Has previous Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher experience in a school, childcare center or licensed daycare
- Has a degree/college credits in Early Childhood Education (or a related field) or a CDA
- Is passionate about providing quality care and learning opportunities as well as a safe environment for young children
- Plans and implements lesson plans and a daily classroom schedule
- Works cooperatively with other team members
Learn more about our open positions at: https://especiallyforchildren.com/about/careers-2/
We offer our teaching staff:
- Competitive compensation – honoring years of experience
- Monthly bonuses, based on hours worked
- A respectful, friendly, team-oriented work environment
- The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children
- Paid breaks
- Meals
- Childcare Discount
- Medical insurance
- Sick leave
- Vacation time
- On-going professional development opportunities
Especially for Children is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22