Lead Early Childhood Educator

Lead Early Childhood Educator

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Jump Start your Career with Reggio's Treehouse

We are participating in the Pay Equity Program and candidates will receive pay based on their education credentials.

Reggio’s Treehouse is looking for experienced and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators. Are you an “outside the box” thinker? Our Reggio Emilia philosophy encourages children to become self-directed learners, and critical thinkers.

Children learn best through play. We love to enrich the minds and lives of our young learners, and give them the tools they need to freely express themselves.

We have immediate openings for teaching opportunities and we would love to connect with you!

As a Lead Educator you will create adventures daily for our students, by working closely with the Director and our Curriculum Team.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Discuss assigned duties with the Director in order to coordinate instructional efforts
• Be involved in monitoring, recording student progress and development
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations
• Learn the technology required to document the experiences of children and support the documentation of student/classroom experiences.
• Collaborate with other educators to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children (PSHE integration)
• A willingness to learn and have a sharp and progressive vision of interdisciplinary learning and of teaching
• Act professionally at all times, setting a good example for children
• Use all learning resources effectively and create new ones
• Organize and participate in parent meetings
• Organize and participate in school meetings, events, and trips
• Any other duties assigned by the company
• Plan, prepare and oversee lesson plans in line with the Reggio Philosophy
• Communicate effectively with the children and their families
• Share your love of learning with the children
• Assists in other capacities that the Director or designee may deem necessary

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in ECE or related field with at least 12 ECE credits is required to be a Lead Teacher OR 60 hours of college level coursework with at least 12 credit hours in ECE
• Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field is preferred with at least 12 credit hours in ECE
• The ability to meet State / District, federal, and accreditation requirements for education and experience
• At least 2 years of experience working in a Licensed Childcare Facility is preferred
• Experience working in a Reggio Emilia inspired school is preferred
• Highly Professional and Dependable
• Flexibility to work the hours and schedule to meet the needs of the School
• Any additional information requested by the Director or designee that may deem necessary
• Valid CPR / First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain prior to beginning employment at RTH

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance
• Referral Program
• 401(k)

We invite you to submit your resume and learn about Reggio's Treehouse, where education meets play.

Reggio’s Treehouse is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.52 - $36.11 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid CPR / First Aid Certification or are you willing to obtain these prior to beginning employment with us?
• Do you have an active Tier 1 C Security Clearance?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Licensed Childcare or Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20410: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $36