What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Associate position at Quarry Kids Academy LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in nurturing and developing young minds through engaging and age-appropriate activities. This position requires a strong understanding of early childhood education principles, as well as the ability to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all students.
Duties
- Develop and implement creative lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
- Foster a positive learning environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, and social interaction among children.
- Utilize effective classroom management techniques to maintain a structured and supportive atmosphere.
- Assess and monitor each child's progress, providing individualized support as needed.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians to discuss children's development and address any concerns.
- Incorporate various teaching methods, including Montessori principles, to enhance literacy education and overall learning experiences.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Requirements
- A teacher associate is at least twenty (20) years of age, is a high school graduate or has completed a GED, and meets one (1) of the following qualifications:
- At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level Three (3) Certificate; or
- At least an associate degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education, or Child and Family Services and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- At least a Certificate of Completion from the Registered Child Care Apprenticeship Program; or * At least a Child Care Certificate from the Community College of Vermont and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
- At least successful completion of twenty-one (21) college credits with an early childhood or school age focus and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger.
Join us in shaping the future of our youngest learners by providing them with the foundation they need for lifelong success!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.14 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $29
