What are the responsibilities and job description for the NC PreK- Preschool Teacher position at WNCSource?
Join a dynamic non-profit community action organization serving families in three counties near Asheville, NC.
About Us
In a culture of respect, WNCSource assists low-income and underserved families with early childhood education. Our programs promote an economically just, environmentally sustainable, and diversity-inclusive community.
Job Summary
We are seeking NC PreK Teachers who will plan and implement learning experiences for children aged 0 to 5 years old.
Responsibilities
- Engage in classroom activities and teach in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the WNCSource Head Start program.
- Maintain a positive, nurturing, and supportive relationship with the children and families.
- Plan and implement learning experiences as part of the Head Start curriculum that address physical health and development, social and emotional development, approaches to learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development.
- Create ongoing assessments of the growth and development of assigned children to form instruction and measure progress toward School Readiness Goals.
- Partner with families to develop positive, open, relationship-based two-way communication using home visits, parent/teacher conferences, and other communication tools.
- Establish procedures to support successful transitions for enrolled children and families into and out of Early Head Start.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground.
What We Offer
- Great benefits, including generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Excellent wages.
- Sign-on bonus up to $4500 to qualified applicants.
- Relocation assistance to qualified applicants.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Funding for higher education.
- Wellness program with rewards.
- Retirement 403B with matching.
- College loan reduction/forgiveness possibilities.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree in Child Development, Psychology, or a related field is required.
