What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Kids Garden Asheville?
Kids Garden is an eco friendly childcare center. We are seeking educators, teachers, and energetic individuals to bring fun and learning to children ages 12 months (and walking) to 12 years old. Our center is very active and full of creativity. We encourage children to learn through play as well as structured classes and activities including kids yoga, painting, Lego learning, motivational movement, recycled building and more. You would be responsible for teaching our already developed curriculum. Kids Garden is a Fast paced, multi-faceted, energetic, demanding, diverse, fun and rewarding environment. Personable and great at customer service is necessary! Our preschool teachers work Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 1:30pm.
During the school year we have a thriving preschool program as well as afternoon enrichment classes and drop-in learners. Each summer we offer camps weekly with a variety of themes and crafts. We are also open on Saturdays and offer Parent’s Night Out! Teachers must be, or willing to become CPR certified, pass a background check, and have experience working with children or a strong desire to learn best practices in doing so. We have a diversified staff bringing all areas of expertise, and look for individuals that have flexibility, enjoy teamwork, multitasking, entertaining and inspiring children, communicating with parents, exploring areas of art, working with an energetic and outgoing staff, creating activities, and most importantly -- having fun!!!
This position has the opportunity to turn into an assistant director position.
Desired Qualifications:
- At least 1 year of experience working with children
- Comfortable with: Toddler, Preschool, & Grade School ages
- First Aid Training, CPR Training or willing to get trained
Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Working days: Monday - Friday
Typical start time: 8:30 AM Typical end time: 1:30 PM
The right candidate for the position:
- Enjoys working with children
- Has Previous Preschool Teacher Experience with children
- Can lead a group of children and initiate activities
- Has a love for teaching children and patience to match
- Enjoys interacting with people and working in a team
- Has an understanding and love of healthy living and creativity in education
- Has tons of energy and an infectious happy demeanor
- Has own transportation
- Is able to lift 50lbs regularly and stand for long periods of time
- Superior multitasking ability
- Reliable and on time
- Has a clean, professional appearance and healthy lifestyle
- Has a sense of urgency and safety
- Has the ability to keep calm and focused in busy/stressful times
- Has the ability to keep busy and productive in slow times
- Has flexible or consistent availability
Please send your resume to karly@kidsplaygarden.com or call our center directly to set up an interview!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $17