What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Preschool Teacher position at Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, Inc.?
About us
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center is a small, locally owned business that has been providing excellent care and education for children and families on the Monterey Peninsula since 1998. Our goal is to create a fun and nurturing environment that contributes to the healthy growth and development of the whole child; socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. We provide a play based, child-centered program, where every child is respected for his or her unique personality and abilities. Children are invited to explore in an environment that engages and supports their natural wonder and curiosity. Our hope is to instill a love of learning that the children will carry with them throughout their lives.
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Flexible working hours
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool children.
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Provide guidance and support to children in their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, cooperation, and teamwork.
- Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents or guardians.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to create a comprehensive curriculum.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, behavior, and developmental milestones.
Qualifications:
- Minimum requirement of 12 Units in Early Childhood Education.
- Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field .
- Previous experience working with preschool-aged children.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to effectively manage a classroom and maintain discipline.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with young children.
- Familiarity with curriculum development and lesson planning.
- Experience in behavior management techniques.
Skills:
- Experience working with children in a classroom setting.
- Knowledge of physical education activities suitable for preschoolers.
- Familiarity with toddler care practices and techniques.
- Ability to provide tutoring or additional support to students as needed.
- Understanding of childhood development stages and milestones.
- Proficiency in curriculum development for early childhood education programs.
- Knowledge of early intervention strategies for children with special needs.
- Strong behavior management skills to create a positive learning environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22