Preschool Teacher Full-time (3)

Growing Kids Learning Center on Bendix Road in South Bend may just be the right place for you if you want to make a difference and teach young children. We're seeking Experienced Full-Time Preschool Teachers (schedule is 9 am -6 pm) with a passion for educating children, having fun, and building great relationships. Our mission is to Protect, Educate, and Inspire our students! We are and will always be passionate about helping kids learn, explore and grow!

Benefits of Full-Time Employment: $500 sign on bonus, $2 an hour attendance bonus paid each pay period, Anthem Health, Dental, Vision and a company paid life insurance plan. Accrual of PTO time up to 10-days in your first year, based on hours worked. Paid Holidays, free education continuing education credits at annual conference, 401K Retirement plan with company match, cash awards, and prizes. 

Preschool teachers support the learning, development, and health of young children. Their responsibilities include:

• Planning- Create daily activity plans that align with the school curriculum and focus on different areas of child development
• Teaching- Engage children in age-appropriate activities that are educational and fun, such as reading stories, playing, using art, and going on field trips
• Managing- Maintain a clean and safe classroom, manage classroom activities like lessons, breaks, meals, and play, and enforce rules of behavior
• Supporting- Help children reach developmental milestones, learn basic skills like identifying colors and shapes, and build their sense of identity and belonging
• Communicating- Develop positive relationships with children and parents, and communicate with parents about their child's progress and development 

The following skills and qualifications include but not limited to:

• One year of relevant childcare experience
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment
• Ensures the safety of the children entrusted in care
• Submit to a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB testing upon hire
• Organizes, designs and leads activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Participates in continued professional development for childcare workers
• Maintains all state requirements for childcare workers
• Physical requirements the ability to lift children (35 lbs) and standing for prolong periods

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday - no weekends or late evenings

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required) 
• CDA, Associates or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education
• Teaching credentials a major plus

We are pleased to be recognized as an award-winning preschool and child care provider in Northern Indiana. Family-owned and operated since 1995, providing care for 6 weeks of age through elementary age. Parents choose us because of our commitment to providing quality childcare and education.

Growing Kids Learning Center 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.

Salary : $13 - $16