Preschool Teacher

Faith Trolley Preschool is seeking an enthusiastic, creative person to fill a teacher position. We are looking for candidates who love to work with children 18 months-5 years old. Must be a team player with the ability to multitask while creating a positive learning experience within the classroom. Must be dependable and committed to the job. Seeking teachers who enjoy having fun and being creative, with strong classroom management skills. Candidate must be able to work full time, with the ability to work some closing shifts (5:30PM).

Candidates must possess knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices, have a strong Christian faith, and express a passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and supervising developmentally appropriate play and work activities for young children.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Communicate positively with students, parents, and staff.
• Assist in diapering and potty training.
• Participate collaboratively and professionally with other teachers and staff to promote the general well-being of the school.
• Assist with the day-to-day responsibilities of the preschool, such as giving breaks, lunch breaks, stepping in during a classroom teacher's curriculum, substituting in classrooms as needed, maintain ratios on the playground, etc.-
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children, ages eighteen months to five years.
• A minimum of 12 units in Early Childhood Education.
• Physically capable of lifting 20 pounds
• Physically capable of appropriate mobility in the preschool classroom (i.e.sitting on floor, participating in movement activities, moving around the classrooms, playground, chapel).
• Must be able to work until 5:30PM Monday through Friday.
• Must be up-to-date on the state required immunizations and provide records
• Must be willing to complete fingerprinting and background clearance (LiveScan).

The position is available for full-time weekly hours, but the candidate must be able to work Monday through Friday, until 5:30PM. Hours would vary between 7:30am to closing at 5:30pm.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY: If you would like to join our team, please email your cover letter, resume AND copy of your transcripts to faithtrolley@sbcglobal.net

Check out our website at www.faithtrolleypreschool.com

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the preschool.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22