What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Preschool position at OPEN MINDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER?
Job Details
Description
In a Preschool Teacher, we look for committed, organized, ambitious, caring, loving individuals who are excited about making a difference in the lives of our students and their families. Our Teachers understand that this is more than just a job, they are joining a team, and their teammates will be working with and depending on them for success. Some of the exciting things you will do as a Preschool Teacher include, but are not limited to:
- Make a difference everyday!
- Work collaboratively with all teachers to ensure consistency throughout the program
- Work collaboratively and contribute to daily lesson plans that challenge students at all levels
- Communicate daily with parents through verbal face to face, email, daily sheets, etc.
- Work with and perform duties assigned by your lead teacher
- Represent Open Minds in a professional manner
- Build positive relationships in our surrounding communities
- Be a positive role model for your students
- Effectively manage your classroom/age group
- Attend monthly curriculum training (Creative Curriculum)
Qualifications
- At least 18 years of age
- Possess an Associates Degree or Bachelors degree. We may accept a degree in a related field with at least 12 hours in child development or early childhood education.
- At least one year of experience working in a licensed child care facility.
- Proficiency with classroom technology (IPads, laptops, etc.)
- Ability to sit, stoop, bend to low level positions that best allow interactions with the students
- Current CPR and First Aid training
- Pass pre-employment screening and fingerprint background check
Preferred Qualifications
- The ability to lift 40 lbs is strongly desired, and may be required in some classrooms
*Lead Teacher Qualifications Include: 6 months teaching experience OR 3 semester hours in ECE or Child Dev Curriculum AND 3 months teaching experience
**Open Minds will over the cost of your certification
- Professional Development
- Medical Insurance
- Supplemental Benefits
- Educational Reimbursement
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Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
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License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Salary : $17 - $21
