WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?
Our core values at Discovery focus on creating a child-centered environment within a structure of professional and knowledgable educators. Among these educators we expect the most nurturing and passionate early childhood lovers! A Discovery educator is not only knowledgable and nurturing, they are passionate and creative with their curriculum design. Discovery educators are great communicators and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues and our greater school community! If you LOVE early childhood education and you have a passion for creating beautiful school environments while collaborating with others, this could be the place for you!

WHY BE A PRESCHOOL EDUCATOR AT DISCOVERY?
Discovery Preschool and Family Center is a family owned, close knit team of passionate and friendly team players. When we’re looking for candidates to join our team, we look to find people who will bring inspiration, a sense of humor, professionalism, and kindness each day! Working here, you’ll make life-long friends and develop a support system from all of us! Bring your knowledge and be open to learn from all of us too!

PERKS
Once per month, meet with the whole staff to discuss the program

Be inspired four times per year during our professional development days

Family-friendly work environment; 50% employee discount for childcare, flexible schedules, paid vacations, paid holidays, sick pay and more…

Medical benefits*

Fun and creative work environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 12 completed ECE/CD units including courses that cover child growth and development, child and family, and program/curriculum.
• Minimum six (6) months recent paid successful experience as a preschool or infant/toddler teacher or caregiver in a licensed childcare center. OR
• A Child Development Associate credential with appropriate age-level endorsement.

OR

• Child Development Associate Teacher, Teacher, or Master Teacher Permit

OTHER: Must possess proof of training and certificates in CPR and First Aid.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Early childhood development and appropriate practices for young children; nurturing, care giving and education of young children; concepts of integrated curriculum development and implementation; principles of observation and assessment of young children; solid foundation in other aspects of child development; principles of parent communication and support.SPECIAL

REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting children or heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. Must be able to work safely in an environment containing biological conditions, which may be unhealthful or hazardous (such as bodily fluids and waste, germs, childhood diseases). Must pass fingerprint clearance test for all appropriate agencies (such as FBI, Department of Justice, and Child Abuse Index Services). Implement a program based on sound principles of child development; interact positively with children and act as an appropriate adult role model; meet Title 5 and Title XXII regulations; enforce and apply all laws, rules and regulations; read, understand and interpret standard official legal documents; communicate effectively in English; apply concepts of integrated curriculum development in a non-biased manner; give and follow written and oral instructions; exercise judgment and discretion in analyzing and resolving problems; maintain accurate and detailed records; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.

HOURS: 12:00PM-5:30PM Monday-Thursday with once/month staff meetings on Friday 1:15-4PM.

COMPENSATION: Depends on experience; starting at $24/hour. 22 hours per week.

POSITION BEGINS: As soon as possible

TO APPLY: Please email a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating how you would make a valuable asset to our teaching team!

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
• A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many Early Childhood Education Units do you have?

Experience:

• childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person