What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3K Teacher position at Kids at First Preschool?
Kids at First (KAF) preschool is seeking a Part Time 3K teacher that is a Level 4 or higher Registry certified for the 2025-2026 school year. KAF is a Christian preschool. Class times are 8-11:30 Monday through Thursday.
When you join our team as a teacher you will:
- Develop and ensure a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
- Partner and communicate with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
- Support your center’s success; partner with center staff to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
- Creating and implementing age appropriate lessons plans to promote intellectual, academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
- Build warm, transparent relationships with families and coworkers to create a center atmosphere where play and learning happens.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring that the needs and documentation for each child are appropriately managed
- Ability to communicate well with families providing open, honest, and transparent dialogue with families.
- Create engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans that incorporate a variety of learning experiences, including play-based activities, process arts and crafts, music, and outdoor exploration.
- Provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to express themselves.
- Observe and assess each child's development and progress, and communicate with parents/guardians regularly to share updates and address any concerns.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with continuing education and best practices in early childhood education.
- Creative, enthusiastic, and adaptable, with a passion for inspiring young minds and fostering a love of learning.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
- Excellent organizational skills to maintain a structured childcare environment
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
If you are passionate about providing quality care for children and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $25