Position: Preschool Teacher

FLSA: Hourly/ Non-Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Anticipated Start Date: September 2023

Schedule: Mon -Fri, Schedule TBD

MISSION: Our mission is to provide an educational environment that fosters a positive approach to respecting children’s ability to learn and grow in an open-ended learning experience through exploration, creativity and collaboration.

We are committed to creating a nurturing environment that inspires learning while stimulating the social, emotional, cognitive and physical well-being of the child to fully thrive in a diverse and inclusive community.

We value the communication among children, teachers and parents to create a challenging and joyful space that promotes the potential of all children.

Our purpose: We believe children are active learners. We believe they are capable. And together, we nurture the learning process. We create the environment for growth. We help them thrive...one child at a time.

We are searching for qualified teachers that live by the notion that teaching is more than just a “job.” It’s an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children all while helping them develop a lifelong love of learning.

JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, provides quality care to children in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment. Within the program's daily schedule, ensures each child has the opportunity to create, explore, and learn problem solving and critical thinking skills through self-initiated and teacher directed activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Together with the Director, planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences for children.
• Continuously following all state licensing regulations and maintaining classroom standards.
• Participating in on-going staff training and professional development.
• Developing mutually trusting relationships with families through daily communication and bi-annual parent teacher conferences.
• On-going observing and assessing individual children and their needs.
• Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents.
• Manage classroom activities including lessons, play, breaks and meals.
• Track children’s progress and report to parents.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom.
• Help children reach developmental milestones.
• Collaborate with others to implement lesson plans.
• Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills.
• Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times.
• Maintain inventory system for classroom materials and supplies.
• Facilitate various activities for children including songs, games and storytelling.
• Adhere to health/safety and sanitation procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience: At least 12 months of previous early childhood teaching experience required. Reggio experience preferred but not necessary.
• Prospective candidates should be: warm, nurturing, flexible, collaborative, reflective, inviting, self- motivated, even-tempered, and adaptable. Candidates must also be well-versed in redirecting children’s behavior in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Communication Skills: Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have or be willing to obtain current TB test.
• Criminal Justice Background Check/ LiveScan Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must have current or be willing to obtain first aid and CPR certification.

Salary: The anticipated salary range for this position is $21-$24 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: We know you have many choices for employment, so why choose us?

We offer a well-rounded benefits package consisting of company sponsored medical, dental, and vision, EAP programs via Talkspace, Kindbody, One Medical and Health Advocate to name a few. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Generous childcare discounts for staff children.

Application Procedures: Please submit cover letter & resume along with three professional references via the posting directly or send via email to contact@ekobeschooloflearning.com.

Ekobé School of Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Ekobé School of Learning is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Ekobé School of Learning are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Ekobé School Learning will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR & First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person