Pre-K Assistant Teacher/Closer (Training Provided)

*** Bonus Incentive Available Each Pay Period!***

Pebbles Preschool, a ministry of The Rock Church, is looking for a dedicated, creative, hard-working Assistant Pre-KTeacher/Closer to join our team! We are a Christian based school whose purpose is to warmly welcome children to our Christian community by offering quality childcare to the Reno/Sparks area. This position is Full Time 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Training will be provided for this position.

Responsibilities:
-Help plan and implement activities that encourage children’s curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving.
-Provide the children with age-appropriate activities that promote physical, intellectual, and social growth.
-Adapt teaching methods and curriculum to meet student’s varying needs and abilities.
-Assist in executing lesson plans by using in house Frog Street curriculum.
-Incorporate Christian values and Biblical principals into daily curriculum and activities.
-Help children develop problem-solving skills.
-Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
-Oversee safety in and out of the classroom.
-Provide a supportive and safe environment where children can learn and practice appropriate behaviors.
-Understand all school policies and procedures.
-Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families and coworkers.
-Completing initial childcare trainings and fulfilling 24 hours of continuing education per licensing year.
-Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Patient and engaging personality.
-Ability to multi-task and excel in a high energy environment.
-Displays a passion for teaching preschool children.
-Knowledge of early learning curriculum and child development.
-A positive mindset towards child learning and development.
-Desire and ability to work with children with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability.
-Dependable, responsible, punctual.
-Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
-Flexible and adaptable, willing to fill in when required.
-Familiarity with the licensing requirements of Washoe County Social Services.
-Able to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.
-A genuine love of what you do and the families you serve.

Why Work for Us:

-Competitive Salary (Based on education level and experience)
-Accrued Paid Time Off
-Annual Bonuses
-Childcare Discount
-Referral Bonuses
-Paid Holidays
-Monthly Birthday Lunches
-Professional Development Opportunities

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and be able to meet the required qualifications for care givers including fingerprinting and background check through The State of Nevada. Background Check and Negative TB test required for employment.

We value our staff and families and want to ensure that each new staff member is a great fit. If you are the person to fill this role, please submit your resume through really to be considered for the position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• If you were hired, when would you be available to start working?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15