What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-K Teacher position at Schultz Campus of Akron?
Description
The Mandel Early Childhood Education Center is looking for a creative, energetic, and compassionate full-time Pre-K Teacher to join our dynamic team! We welcome candidates of all religious, cultural, and educational backgrounds who are excited about inspiring young minds, fostering curiosity, and creating a supportive learning environment (no prior knowledge of Jewish traditions or education needed). Our collaborative approach embraces diversity and encourages a love for lifelong learning.
We offer competitive pay based on your education and experience, as well as an extensive Benefits Package including:
- Free Family JCC membership (with access to the gym and pools)
- Generous PTO
- Paid sick time
- Paid federal & Jewish holidays, including a spring break
- Affordable health insurance after just 30 days
- Employer contribution to your 403b plan
- Continued education and professional development opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plans and prepares weekly lesson plans, and submits in accordance with licensing regulation
- Oversees and facilitates the general safety of the classroom environment and its activities including outside play.
- Interacts with children through instructional methods to include play, music, arts and crafts, reading, writing, science and physical activities.
- Assists children with completing assigned projects and enhancing learning skills.
- Designs and maintains classroom climate to include visual aids related to curriculum and age/stage of development.
- Monitors talents, special abilities, exceptionalities.
- Teaches to the individual child, documents progress.
- Promotes and fosters each child's positive self-esteem and individual development toward fullest potential in the areas of physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth.
- Prepares thorough evaluations for children on a yearly basis or as needed.
- Establishes and maintains a positive interpersonal relationship with all children, fellow staff and parents/guardians.
- Assists children with personal care activities to include toileting, feeding and cleanliness needs in relation to age/stage of development.
- Works closely with co-teacher to model positive social interaction and develop positive classroom culture
- Attends in-service training, conferences, staff meetings and parent conferences as required.
- Maintains accurate and up to date attendance records throughout each day.
- Writes summaries of daily activities and provides parents/guardians with detailed information.
- Abides by all policies, procedures and code of ethics, in alignment with the mission of The Shaw JCC.
Requirements
- 3 years of experience in child care/education
- Strong communication, organization, and planning skills
- An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred)
